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Dal-based wrap-style item with fiber and plant protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Dal roll (180 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.1 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 10.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
333
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
51.1g
· 19% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
10.1g
· 36% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 15% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 10.1 g | 36% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 167 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 463 kcal |
| 1 piece (double) | 360 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
A dal roll is a rolled dish made with a dal-based filling wrapped in a thin outer layer. The name does not describe one fixed recipe, so the wrapper, spices, and cooking method can vary.
To make a dal roll, place a seasoned dal filling in a thin wrapper, fold in the sides, and roll it closed. Cook it using the method your recipe calls for; keeping the filling fairly thick helps prevent the wrapper from becoming soggy.
A dal roll contains a filling based on dal, a term for pulses such as lentils. Recipes may add onion, spices, or other ingredients, and the wrapper also varies, so there is no single standard ingredient list.
No, not necessarily. A dal roll is identified by its dal-based filling, while a spring roll usually refers to a different style of filled wrapper; names and recipes can vary, so the ingredients and preparation matter.
Sometimes, but deep-frying is not the only way to cook a dal roll. Depending on the recipe and wrapper, it may also be pan-cooked or baked; the method affects the texture and how much oil the finished roll absorbs.
Yes, leftover dal can work as a dal roll filling if it is thick enough to stay inside the wrapper. If it is runny, cook it briefly to reduce the liquid and let it cool before assembling the rolls.
Keep the filling thick, avoid overfilling the wrapper, and fold the sides in before rolling it firmly. If the wrapper needs help sealing, use a little water or the sealing method specified in the recipe.
A dal roll pairs well with chutney or a tangy dipping sauce, which balances the savory filling. A yogurt-based sauce or a fresh salad also works, especially when the roll is seasoned with warming spices.
Yes, dal rolls can be frozen. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Reheat them thoroughly after thawing, using an oven or pan to help the wrapper crisp up.
A dal roll can be filling because its pulse-based filling provides both fiber and plant protein. How satisfying it is depends on the portion and what you serve with it; adding vegetables makes it a more complete meal.
Vitamins
Folate
86.4µg · 22% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.32mg · 36% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
212mg · 30% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A Dal roll is a savoury lentil-filled roll associated with Sri Lankan cooking. Spiced dal is wrapped in a thin pancake-like layer; some versions are coated in crumbs and fried. The filling is soft and earthy, while the outside may be crisp, making it a popular snack or “short eat” rather than a main meal.
In Sri Lanka, it is commonly enjoyed between meals or with tea, and it is also familiar in South Asian communities abroad. Lentils contribute plant protein and fibre, though the overall richness depends on how the roll is cooked. For a lighter meal, try it baked and serve with salad or a cooling yoghurt dip.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.