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High Protein Mung Bean Salad with Paneer Healthy Weight Loss Meal

A fresh, high-protein mung bean salad with paneer, crunchy vegetables, and light seasoning. This quick and healthy meal is perfect for lunch or dinner, especially for weight loss and clean eating
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 330
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp Raw mung beans (soaked overnight & steamed)
  • 100g low-fat paneer (cubed)
  • ¼ cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • ½ cup Cup cucumber (chopped)
  • ½ Small onion (sliced)
  • ½ tbsp Olive oil
  • 1–2 tbsp Lemon juice (to taste)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Black salt (to taste)
  • Black pepper (to taste)
  • Oregano (to taste)
  • 1 tbsp Coriander leaves (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp Mint leaves (chopped)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon
  • Steamer or pot

Method
 

  1. Soak mung beans overnight, then steam or boil until soft (not mushy)
  2. Cut paneer into cubes (lightly sauté optional)
  3. Chop cucumber, tomatoes, and onion
  4. In a bowl, combine mung beans, paneer, and vegetables
  5. Add olive oil, lemon juice, and all seasonings
  6. Mix gently and adjust taste
  7. Add coriander and mint, serve fresh

Notes

  • Protein: 30g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fat: 9.5g
  • Fiber: 4.8g
💡 Notes
  • Do not overcook mung beans (keep slightly firm)
  • Add lemon at the end for freshness
  • Use fresh herbs for best flavor
  • Serve immediately for best textur