Healthy Palak Paneer

January 24, 2022

This recipe is curated to provide numerous health benefits while keeping calories to a minimum. It features powerful, nutritious, and simple ingredients.

Ingredients:

80g paneer (cottage cheese), cubed
2 cups spinach leaves, chopped
1/2 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1 green chili, finely chopped
1/2 tsp ginger-garlic paste
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp garam masala
1/2 tsp coriander powder
1/2 tsp ghee
Salt to taste
1/4 cup water (adjust as needed)

Directions:

Blanch spinach leaves in boiling water for 2 minutes. Drain and cool. Blend into a smooth puree.
Heat 1/2 tsp ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until golden brown.
Add ginger-garlic paste and green chili, and sauté for 1 minute.
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, red chili powder, corriander powder and salt. Cook until tomatoes are softened.
Add the spinach puree and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add paneer cubes and garam masala. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes, until the paneer is heated through.
Serve hot with a garnish of fresh coriander.

Health benefits of the ingredients:

Paneer (Cottage Cheese): Rich in protein and calcium, supports muscle growth and bone health.
Spinach Leaves: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, iron, and antioxidants, promote eye health, boost immunity, and support bone health.
Veggies (Onions, Tomatoes): High in vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, promote immunity, heart health, and digestion.
Spices (Ginger-Garlic Paste, Cumin Seeds, Turmeric Powder, Corainder powder, Red Chili Powder, Garam Masala): Enhance flavor while providing anti-inflammatory, digestive, and antioxidant benefits.