Bisi Bele Bath
Bisi Bele Bath is a comforting, hot lentil rice dish from Karnataka, South India, where rice, toor dal (split pigeon peas), and mixed vegetables are cooked together with a unique spice blend and tangy tamarind. It's often finished with a generous topping of crunchy boondi or roasted cashews and a drizzle of ghee.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a carbohydrate-rich dish from the rice and lentils, but it also provides a good amount of plant-based protein and fiber from the dal and vegetables. A typical serving can range from 300-400 calories, depending on the amount of ghee and toppings used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 55 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Iron | 3 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 4 mg |
| Folate | 80 µg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Its name literally translates to 'hot lentil rice' in Kannada, perfectly describing its comforting, one-pot nature. Nutritionally, the combination of rice and lentils creates a complete protein, making it a satisfying and balanced vegetarian meal.
