Halloumi Salad

Introduction:
This vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean-inspired Halloumi Salad is perfect for warm weather. It combines the distinct, savory flavor of halloumi cheese with fresh, crisp vegetables and a tantalizing, tangy dressing. This dish can serve as a satisfying main course or a generous side dish.
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Ingredients

🍵 225g Halloumi cheese
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
🍯 2 tablespoons honey
🥒 1 whole cucumber
🌿 1 bunch parsley
🍅 250g baby plum tomatoes
🔮 1 cup pomegranate seeds
🧅 2 spring onions
🫒 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
🍋 Juice of 1 small lemon
🏺 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
🥄 2 tablespoons tahini
⚪ 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
🍥 1 teaspoon sumac
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt
⚫ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1- Prepare the Halloumi:

• Unwrap the halloumi cheese and cut it into small, bite-sized cubes.
• Place the halloumi cubes on a cutting board and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
• Drizzle honey evenly over the cubes.
• Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned halloumi cubes.
• Fry the halloumi, stirring occasionally with a spatula, until all sides are golden brown. Remove from pan and set aside.

2- Prepare the Salad Ingredients:

• Finely dice the cucumber and place it into a large wooden mixing bowl.
• Finely chop the parsley and add it to the bowl.
• Halve the baby plum tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
• Chop the spring onions and add to the bowl.
• Add the pomegranate seeds to the bowl.

3- Prepare the Dressing:

• In a small glass jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, pomegranate molasses, and tahini.
• Add the sesame seeds, sumac, salt, and black pepper.
• Secure the lid on the jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is well combined and emulsified.

4- Assemble the Salad:

• If making a cold salad, allow the fried halloumi to cool completely before adding it to the bowl with the other salad ingredients.
• Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
• Using salad servers, gently toss all the ingredients until they are evenly mixed and coated with the dressing.

Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Calories: 445
Protein: 14g
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 4g

Equipment: Cutting board, chef's knife, black non-stick frying pan/skillet, spatula, large wooden mixing bowl, small glass jar with lid, wooden spoon, wooden salad servers.

Cooking Tips

• Opt for a warm halloumi contrast by serving it directly on top of the salad while still warm, rather than mixing it in.
• Use a sealed jar to shake the dressing ingredients for quick and thorough emulsification.

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Mediterranean Halloumi Salad