Herbed Grilled Paneer with French Beans and Tomato Basil Soup

Ingredients

• 150 g paneer, cubed
• 120 g French beans, trimmed
• 200 g ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 8-10 fresh basil leaves
• 1 tsp mixed dried herbs
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic paste
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 200 ml water or light vegetable stock
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Preparation

1. Toss paneer with herbs, salt, pepper and 1/2 tsp oil; grill or pan-sear until golden.
2. Sauté French beans in remaining oil with a pinch of salt until tender-crisp.
3. Simmer tomatoes, garlic, stock and basil 8–10 minutes; blend smooth and season.
4. Finish soup with lemon juice; adjust consistency with water if needed.
5. Plate grilled paneer beside beans; serve soup in a small bowl.
6. Garnish with extra basil if desired and serve warm.