Middle Eastern Halloumi Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite go to meals when I want something fresh and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. I love how halloumi's high protein content keeps me full, making it perfect for a substantial lunch or light dinner. The best part? You can have this beautiful salad on the table in under 45 minutes total, and most of that is just cooking time. The crispy pita bread adds such wonderful texture against the creamy cheese and crisp vegetables, and everything comes together with just a simple lemon and olive oil dressing. It's honestly so easy to throw together, and honestly tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
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Ingredients
- 400halloumi cheese
- 473 mlcucumber
- 237 mlcherry tomatoes
- 237 mlred onion
- 237 mlfresh parsley
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonsalt
- 1 teaspoonblack pepper
- 473 mlcrushed pita bread(croutons)
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Instructions
- 1
Cut the halloumi cheese into small cubes and set aside.
Tip: Use a cheese cutter or a sharp knife to get even cubes.
- 2
Peel and dice the cucumber into small pieces.
Tip: Use a vegetable peeler or a sharp knife to remove the skin.
- 3
Chop the red onion into small pieces.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to get even pieces.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil.
Tip: Use a whisk or a spoon to mix well.
- 5
Add the chopped cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
Tip: Use a spoon to gently combine the ingredients.
- 6
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the bowl.
Tip: Use a spoon to sprinkle evenly.
- 7
Add the cubed halloumi cheese to the bowl.
Tip: Use a spoon to gently combine the cheese with the vegetables.
- 8
Toss the salad gently to combine all the ingredients.
Tip: Use a spoon or a spatula to mix well.
- 9
Sprinkle the crushed pita bread croutons over the salad.
Tip: Use a spoon to sprinkle evenly.
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