Chana dal calories and macros

One katori of chana dal (150 g) has roughly 190 calories, with about 11 g protein, 27 g carbohydrate, and 4.5 g fat. Chana dal is the densest and most protein-rich of the everyday dals, made from split chickpeas, and it has a firmer texture and a slightly sweet, nutty flavour. It carries more calories than moong or toor because the lentil itself is denser, but it also delivers the most protein and the most fibre, around 6 g a katori, which makes it very filling. That high fibre and low glycemic index make it a strong choice for blood-sugar control and satiety. It holds its shape when cooked, so it is used in drier preparations and even in snacks and besan. For tracking, chana dal is the higher-calorie but higher-protein end of the dal range: you get more nutrition per katori, so a smaller portion goes further.