Paneer Tikka Masala
This Paneer Tikka Masala contains 13g protein and 347 calories per serving — a protein-light option best paired with additional protein sources at the same meal. Quick stovetop prep makes 6 servings, adding variety to your rotation without demanding extra equipment. Consider this when you need a flavour-break from standard meats while keeping meals manageable.
Ingredients
- •Paneer, Indian Fresh Cheese(340g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •Garlic(10g)
- •Coriander, Ground(5g)
- •Garam Masala, Ground(5g)
- •Cumin, Ground(5g)
- •3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- •Greek Yogurt (2%)(75g)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Coconut oil(30g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Cauliflower
- •Yellow Onion
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(15g)
- •Garlic(15g)
- •1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Tomato Paste(15g)
- •Garam Masala, Ground(8g)
- •Turmeric, Ground(8g)
- •Cayenne Pepper, Ground(1g)
- •Tomato, Canned, Crushed(794g)
- •Peas, Sweet, Frozen(284g)
- •Greek Yogurt (2%)(120g)
Plain Greek yogurt — nonfat (0%) or low-fat (2%). Not regular yogurt.
- •Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
Instructions
- 1Place the paneer in a bowl and toss with the ginger, garlic, coriander, garam masala, cumin, and salt.
- 2Add the 5 tablespoons of yogurt and stir until the paneer pieces are evenly coated. Let marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes or refrigerate and marinate overnight. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- 3Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick spray. Arrange the paneer cubes on top in an even layer, discarding any excess marinade.
- 4Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the paneer is lightly golden at the edges. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- 5While the paneer bakes, prepare the masala. Heat the coconut oil over medium-low in a large, sturdy skillet. Once hot, add the bell pepper, cauliflower, onion, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 minute, then increase the heat to medium and continue cooking until the vegetables are tender and the onion is translucent; about 12 to 15 minutes. Do not let the onion brown—if it starts to turn brown, reduce the heat and continue cooking until soft.
- 6Add the tomato paste, garam masala, turmeric, and cayenne. Cook and stir constantly for 30 seconds, until very fragrant.
- 7Add crushed tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until hot, about 2 minutes.
- 8Add the paneer and peas, and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through, about 2 minutes more.
- 9Remove from heat and let cool for 1 minute. Stir in the 1/2 cup yogurt. Taste and add additional salt and pepper as desired. Sprinkle with cilantro and serve warm with naan bread or brown rice.
Nutrition — Per Serving
347
calories
13g
protein
23g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Saturated fat
- 14.9g
- Sodium
- 567 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 6.5g
6 servings per batch · ~301g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Paneer Tikka Masala have per serving?
Each serving contains 13g of protein and 347 calories with 23g fat and 25g carbs. The protein-to-calorie ratio is lower than other PrepForge recipes, so you'd want to pair this with a high-protein side or entrée.
How long does Paneer Tikka Masala take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 6 servings from one stovetop batch. It's efficient for meal prepping when you're combining multiple recipes in a single session.
Is Paneer Tikka Masala good for muscle gain?
At 347 calories per serving, this recipe works better as a side dish or paired with a higher-protein entrée during a muscle gain phase rather than as a standalone meal. The carbohydrate content at 25g per serving can support post-workout nutrition when combined with additional protein sources.
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