Craving something fresh, healthy, and packed with flavor? Look no further! 😋🥗 This South Indian-inspired high-protein paneer salad by @hungrymahi is your perfect meal. 🧀💪 With protein-rich paneer, crunchy veggies 🥒🥕, and a burst of bold spices 🌶️✨, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also fuels your body with the goodness it needs. 🌱🔥
#nanakfoods #healthyeating #proteinpacked #foodies #saladgoals #fitfood #southindianflavors #healthyeating #nutrientdense #cleaneating #mealprep #fitnessfuel #plantbasedprotein #flavorfuleats #saladlover #eatclean #foodstagram #healthylifestyle Ingredients: 100g Paneer cubes (Nanak or any brand) 1 cucumber, chopped into small pieces 1 onion, chopped into small pieces 1 tomato, chopped into small pieces 1–2 green chilies, finely chopped (optional, adjust to taste) Fresh coriander leaves, chopped ½ tsp chili powder ½ cup Grated carrots Salt, to taste 1 tbsp lemon juice ¼ tsp chilli powder ½ tsp cumin powder ¼ tsp black pepper powder A pinch of asafoetida (optional) Instructions: Prepare the Ingredients: Cut the paneer into small cubes. Chop the cucumber, onion, and tomato into small, uniform pieces. Finely chop the green chilies (if using). Chop the fresh coriander leaves for garnish. Seasoning: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped cucumber, onion, tomato, and paneer cubes. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin powder, black pepper powder, and salt. If you're using asafoetida (hing), add a tiny pinch to enhance the flavor. Mix the Salad: Add the lemon juice to the bowl and mix everything gently but thoroughly, making sure all the ingredients are well coated with the spices and lemon juice. Garnish: Garnish with fresh chopped coriander leaves for a burst of freshness and color. Serve: Serve immediately as a light snack or side dish. You can also enjoy it with roti or naan. Optional Variations: You can add a dash of olive oil for richness. If you like a bit more tanginess, you can add a touch of chaat masala or some yogurt. This Paneer Salad is simple, tasty, and nutritious, making it perfect for a quick meal or snack!