Cheesy Charred Green Beans

Preparation

1. Spice rub

   Step 1

   Mix salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cumin, cayenne, and sugar in a small bowl to combine.

   Do ahead: Spice rub can be made 1 month ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

2. Beans and assembly

   Step 2

   Whisk lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. oil, and 1 Tbsp. spice rub in a large bowl to combine. Set dressing aside.

   Step 3

   Place beans in a large bowl, drizzle 2 Tbsp. oil over, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with 1 Tbsp. plus 1½ tsp. spice rub and toss again to coat.

   Step 4

   Place paneer on a plate, drizzle with remaining 1 Tbsp. oil, and rub all over with your hands to coat. Sprinkle 1 Tbsp. spice rub over paneer and gently toss to coat evenly.

   Step 5

   Prepare a grill for medium heat. Grill paneer, turning halfway through, until grill marks are golden brown, 6–8 minutes total. Using a metal spatula, transfer to a cutting board and slice ¼" thick with a serrated knife. Transfer paneer to a platter.

   Step 6

   Place a small grilling rack on grate and heat 5 minutes. Arrange beans in a single layer on rack and grill, turning occasionally, until tender and blistered in spots, about 3 minutes per side for runner beans and about 5 minutes for Chinese long beans. Transfer beans to platter with paneer.

   Step 7

   Drizzle beans and paneer with reserved dressing; top with pistachios.