Paneer Tikka Skewers with Garam Masala and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender cubes of paneer marinated in spiced yogurt and garam masala, grilled with crunchy bell peppers for a vibrant Punjabi appetizer. This Indian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs paneer, plain yogurt, garam masala 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.

Ingredients

• 400 grams paneer
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp red chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch squares

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 400 grams paneer into 1-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 2 tsp garam masala, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp ginger garlic paste, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 2 tbsp vegetable oil to form a smooth marinade.
2. Step 2: Pour the marinade over the paneer cubes and gently fold in 1 medium red bell pepper (cut into 1-inch squares), 1 medium green bell pepper (cut into 1-inch squares), and 1 medium onion (cut into 1-inch squares). Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread the marinated paneer and vegetables alternately onto skewers.
4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until the paneer is lightly charred and the vegetables are tender but crisp.
5. Step 5: Serve hot with mint chutney or lemon wedges as a flavorful appetizer or snack.