Paneer Salad

This Paneer Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and protein-rich paneer, tossed in a zesty dressing, making it a perfect light meal or appetizer. The combination of flavors and textures creates a refreshing dish that's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Paneer - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Capsicum (Bell Pepper) - 1/2 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 small, grated
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chaat masala - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Start by cutting the paneer into small cubes and lightly pan-fry them in a non-stick skillet with a little olive oil until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and let them cool.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, capsicum, and grated carrot.
3. Add the fried paneer cubes to the bowl with the vegetables.
4. In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and chaat masala to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
6. Garnish with chopped fresh coriander leaves and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 16 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from paneer, which supports muscle health.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall well-being.

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