How To Make A Refreshing Navratri High Protein Salad Recipe With Peanuts And Paneer

By Akshara October 15, 2026

[{"selector":"#anim-65fc6e6a-e4a4-44d4-9d05-97e31e867a1b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.14,.34,.47,.9)","fill":"forwards"}] [{"selector":"#anim-12209462-0759-4bf0-a67e-4f46e9dd5cf9","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-846cbaec-695e-4c3b-85d9-e947547a1901","keyframes":{"transform":["scale(0.3333333333333333)","scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Stay energised and nourished during fasting days with this vibrant, high-protein Navratri salad. Combining boiled peanuts, paneer cubes, and roasted makhana with crunchy cucumber and pomegranate seeds, it delivers an ideal mix of plant-based protein and healthy fats. Tossed in a refreshing lemon-cumin dressing with rock salt, it makes a light yet deeply satisfying pre-Garba bowl.

Ingredients

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Step 1

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Step 2

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Step 3

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Step 4

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