Lebanese Paneer Salad
Prep
20 mins
Cook
10 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This vibrant Lebanese Paneer Salad is my go to when I need something fresh and satisfying in under an hour. It's packed with crisp vegetables, creamy paneer, and fragrant herbs that transport you straight to the Mediterranean. What I love most is how simple it is to throw together, and it barely costs anything since you probably have most ingredients already at home. The fresh mint is absolutely wonderful for digestion, making this not just delicious but genuinely good for you too. It's perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or even as a side dish for a bigger meal.
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Ingredients
- 250paneer
- 1cucumber
- 2tomato
- 1red onion
- 1 gparsley
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 1 tablespoonolive oil
- 1 clovesgarlic
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 100feta cheese
- 237 mlchopped fresh mint
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Adjust to taste.
- 2
Add the diced cucumber, tomato, red onion, and parsley to the bowl.
Tip: Make sure to chop the vegetables evenly.
- 3
Cut the paneer into small cubes and add it to the bowl.
Tip: You can also crumble the paneer for a more rustic texture.
- 4
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad.
Tip: Use sparingly, as feta can be quite salty.
- 5
Garnish with chopped fresh mint and serve immediately.
Tip: This salad is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- 6
Serve the Lebanese Paneer Salad as a light lunch or as a refreshing side dish.
- 7
You can also add some chopped cucumber slices to the salad just before serving for extra crunch.
- 8
Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic or lemon juice to your taste.
Tip: You can also make this salad in advance and store it in the refrigerator overnight.
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