PANEER TIKKA WITH CUCUMBER AND TOMATO SALAD
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Paneer Tikka with Cucumber and Tomato Salad is a delicious and nutritious Indian dish that can be enjoyed as a part of a weight loss diet. Paneer, a type of Indian cottage cheese, is marinated in flavorful spices and grilled to perfection. It is then served with a refreshing cucumber and tomato salad. Here’s the step-by-step process to make this dish,
INGREDIENTS
For Paneer Tikka:
- 200 grams paneer, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons besan (gram flour)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- Salt to taste
- Skewers for grilling
For Cucumber and Tomato Salad:
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
- Salt to taste
- Lemon juice for dressing
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, besan, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, garam masala, turmeric powder, cumin powder, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well to form a smooth marinade.
- Add paneer cubes to the marinade and gently toss until each paneer cube is coated evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
- While the paneer is marinating, soak the skewers in water to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated paneer cubes onto the skewers.
- Grill the paneer skewers for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and slightly charred.
- Remove the paneer skewers from the grill and set them aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, green chili (if using), and chopped coriander leaves. Season with salt and dress with lemon juice. Toss well to combine.
- Arrange the grilled paneer skewers on a serving plate and serve alongside the cucumber and tomato salad.
TIPS
- If you don’t have a grill or grill pan, you can also cook the paneer skewers on a stovetop in a non-stick pan.
- Soaking the skewers in water before grilling helps prevent them from burning.
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some chaat masala or roasted cumin powder on top of the paneer tikka.
- Customize the salad by adding other vegetables like bell peppers or lettuce.
- Serve the paneer tikka and salad with a side of mint chutney or yogurt dip for extra taste.
- This dish can be enjoyed as an appetizer or as a main course with a side of whole wheat roti or brown rice.
NUTRITION VALUE
The nutrition value of this dish may vary based on the specific quantities and ingredients used. Paneer is a good source of protein and calcium. Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics to the dish. Cucumber and tomatoes are low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals.
