
Grilled Paneer with Parsnip
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that feels fancy but comes together in just 45 minutes. Grilled paneer with parsnip is a wonderful vegetarian dish that brings together creamy, smoky cheese with naturally sweet roasted vegetables. Paneer is packed with protein and calcium, making it incredibly satisfying without meat. The beauty of this recipe is how simple it is, yet the warm spices and tangy mango chutney make it taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. Trust me, your family will be asking for this one again and again.
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Ingredients
- 400paneer
- 6 mediumparsnips(peeled and sliced diagonally)
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoongarlic powder
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonpepper
- 237 mlchopped fresh cilantro
- 237 mlmango chutney
- 1 teaspoongaram masala
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Dip each piece of paneer in the marinade and place on the grill.
- 4
Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- 5
Toss parsnips in the remaining olive oil, salt, and garam masala. Place on a baking sheet.
- 6
Roast the parsnips in the oven at 200°C for 20-25 minutes, or until tender.
- 7
Serve grilled paneer with roasted parsnips, a dollop of mango chutney, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
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