India, Jan. 11 -- Winter lunches often need to strike a balance between being light on the stomach and filling enough to last through the day. Sprouted salad made with moong dal fits this need well, especially for people dealing with bloating or slow digestion. Served slightly warm or at room temperature, it suits winter routines better than chilled raw salads.

Moong dal has been part of Indian food habits for thousands of years and is considered one of the easiest lentils to digest. Sprouting moong dal was a traditional practice followed in many homes to improve nutrient absorption and reduce digestive discomfort. The process of sprouting activates natural enzymes, making the dal gentler on the gut.

Sprouted moong is rich in plant prot...