Crispy Paneer Tikka Skewers with Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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Marinated paneer cubes and colorful bell peppers grilled to perfection with smoky spices and a tangy yogurt base. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs paneer, plain yogurt, ginger-garlic paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Indian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

14 oz (400 g) cubed paneer
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste
1 tsp red chili powder
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp garam masala
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
2 medium (red and green), cut into 1-inch pieces bell peppers
2 tbsp vegetable oil
8-10 wooden or metal skewers

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp turmeric powder, 1 tsp garam masala, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1 tsp salt to form the marinade.
Step 2: Add 14 oz cubed paneer and 2 medium cut bell peppers (red and green) to the marinade. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with 1 tbsp vegetable oil.
Step 4: Thread paneer and bell pepper pieces alternately onto 8-10 skewers.
Step 5: Brush skewers with remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil and grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until paneer edges are golden and slightly charred.
Step 6: Remove from grill and serve hot with mint chutney or lemon wedges.