Halloumi Cheese Salad with Pomegranates
This Halloumi Cheese Salad with Pomegranates is a feast for the senses! It includes crunchy vegetables, a zesty dressing and sweet pomegranate arils. The halloumi cheese adds a salty and satisfying bite, making this salad irresistible. Make it in 20 minutes and enjoy it as a light and healthy lunch or dinner.
Servings: 3 people
Calories: 288kcal
Equipment
- 1 Pan
- 1 Salad bowl
- 1 chopping board
- 1 Chefs knife
Ingredients
Fried Halloumi
- 225 g of halloumi
- ¼ teaspoon of chilli flakes
- 1 tablespoon of honey
Salad
- 30 g or 1 cup parsley
- 2 large tomatoes
- 1 Pomegranate
- ½ Cucumber
- 4 Spring onions
Dressing
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
- 1 juice from lemon
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat a splash of olive oil. Add the halloumi cubes and sprinkle with chili flakes. Drizzle with honey and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp on all sides.
- In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, sesame seeds, salt and pepper. This is your dressing for the salad.
- In a large salad bowl, toss together the parsley, tomatoes, cucumber, scallions and pomegranate seeds. Add the halloumi cubes and drizzle with the dressing. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat. Enjoy this flavorful halloumi salad bowl as a main or a side dish.
Notes
- Dressing: Taste the dressing and add less or more of any ingredient to suit your taste.
- Add-ins: Consider using couscous or quinoa as popular add-ins. Incorporate about a cup to make the salad more filling. Also, try this refreshing Couscous Feta and Olive Salad.
- Halloumi: You can grill or air fry the halloumi instead of pan frying for a different texture and flavor.
- Dressing: Taste the dressing and adjust the ingredients to your preference.
- Pomegranate seeds: For a citrusy twist, swap the pomegranate seeds with orange slices while following the same recipe.
- Alternative Dressing: You can also use a chili jam dressing instead of lemon dressing. This sweet and spicy condiment includes chilies, sugar, and vinegar.
- 1 Pack of Halloumi (225 Grams): 90 Calories
Nutrition
Serving: 345g | Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 35.22g | Protein: 4.3g | Fat: 16.69g | Saturated Fat: 2.297g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.322g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10.651g | Trans Fat: 0.006g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 736mg | Fiber: 6.7g | Sugar: 25.19g | Vitamin A: 2108IU | Vitamin C: 50.9mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2.03mg