India, March 9 -- Salads are popularly considered to be among the healthiest foods, and can incorporate a wide variety of ingredients. They are generally loaded with vegetables, and are therefore loaded with fibre and other micronutrients.

However, the versatility of the dish also allows the addition of protein-rich ingredients, as illustrated by the paneer and green pea (hare chana) salad recipe from the kitchen of the late food writer and chef Tarla Dalal.

The recipe video shared on Tarla Dalal's YouTube channel featured nutritionist Nisha preparing the dish. She shared that both protein and green peas are excellent sources of protein, which belong to two different food groups. Combining them increases the quality of protein in the re...