How Many Calories in Dal with Rice?
About 520 kcal for 1 bowl dal + 1 cup rice. Here's how it fits into your day, and how to make it lighter without giving it up.
How it fits your day
| A 1,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, women) | 35% |
| A 2,000 kcal day | 26% |
| A 2,500 kcal day (typical fat loss, men) | 21% |
The lighter swap
Add a chicken tikka side to make it a high-protein meal.
Coach's take
Mostly carbs, with little protein. Pair it with a protein source like eggs, chicken or laban so it keeps you full for longer.
Questions we get asked
How many calories are in Dal with Rice?
About 520 kcal for 1 bowl dal + 1 cup rice, with 18g protein, 85g carbs and 12g fat. Values vary between restaurants.
Can I eat Dal with Rice and still lose weight?
Yes. Fat loss depends on your total calories across the day, not one food. Dal with Rice is about 26% of a 2,000 kcal day. Add a chicken tikka side to make it a high-protein meal.
How long does it take to burn off Dal with Rice?
About 104 minutes of brisk walking for a 75 kg adult. It's easier to adjust the portion than to try to burn it off, which is why we build favourite foods into our clients' plans.
Want a meal plan that still includes Dal with Rice?
Tell us where to send it. Tarek & Chloe will build you a sample day around your favourite Dubai foods, so you can lose fat without giving them up.
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Lose fat without giving up Dal with Rice
Our clients still eat shawarma and drink karak. We just build it into the plan.
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