Halloumi and Lentil Salad
Brighten up your meal routine with this vibrant and hearty Halloumi and Lentil Salad! Combining golden, pan-fried halloumi with protein-packed lentils, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant herbs like parsley and mint, this dish is a perfect balance of textures and fresh Mediterranean-inspired flavors. A zesty cumin-lemon dressing ties everything together, elevating this salad into a satisfying, nutritionally rich option for lunch, dinner, or even a picnic spread. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a healthy choice that doesn't skimp on indulgent flavor. Serve it as a standalone dish or pair it with warm pita bread for a complete meal.
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Ingredients
- 225 grams halloumi cheese
- 400 grams cooked lentils
- 1 medium cucumber
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 25 grams fresh parsley
- 10 grams fresh mint
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
Cut the halloumi into slices around 1 cm thick and set aside.
Step 2
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the halloumi slices and fry for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 4
Rinse and drain the cooked lentils if using canned lentils. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 5
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and dice the cucumber into small cubes.
Step 6
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint leaves.
Step 7
Add the red onion, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, and mint to the bowl with the lentils.
Step 8
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 9
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Step 10
Arrange the fried halloumi slices on top of the salad and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1004.9 grams (1004.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1204 |
| Total Fat 72.20g | 93% |
| Saturated Fat 11.00g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1227mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 107.80g | 39% |
| Dietary Fiber 38.30g | 137% |
| Total Sugars 19.60g | |
| Protein 41.80g | 84% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 256mg | 20% |
| Iron 20mg | 109% |
| Potassium 2716mg | 58% |
Source of Calories