American Halloumi Salad

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the grill to medium heat and season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Grill the chicken for 8-10 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

   Tip: To add a smoky flavor, you can grill the chicken over wood chips or chunks.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the citrus dressing, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

   Tip: For an extra tangy flavor, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the dressing.

3. 3

   Add the sliced chicken, diced bacon, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, carrots, and red onion to the bowl with the dressing. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.

   Tip: To avoid bruising the lettuce, you can add it to the bowl last and gently toss it with the other ingredients.

4. 4

   Add the diced halloumi cheese to the bowl and gently toss everything together until the cheese is evenly distributed.

   Tip: To prevent the cheese from breaking, you can chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before adding it to the salad.

5. 5

   Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or mint) over the top of the salad.

   Tip: You can also add some crumbled feta cheese or chopped nuts for added texture and flavor.