Low Sodium Grilled Halloumi Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Grilled Halloumi Salad, a wholesome dish that combines warm, golden-brown halloumi cheese with fresh and crisp mixed salad greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing cucumber. Tossed in a zesty lemon and oregano dressing, this quick and easy salad is a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors, all while being mindful of sodium levels. A sprinkling of fresh mint adds a burst of herby freshness, making it a standout dish for light lunches, picnics, or dinner sides. Ready in just 30 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is a must-try for cheese lovers and health-conscious eaters alike.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Halloumi cheese
- 6 cups Mixed salad greens (e.g., arugula, spinach, and rocket)
- 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
Directions
Step 1
Slice the halloumi cheese into 1 cm thick slices.
Step 2
Carefully slice the cherry tomatoes in half, slice the cucumber into half-moons, and finely slice the red onion.
Step 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper, and dried oregano to prepare the dressing.
Step 4
Preheat a non-stick grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Once hot, add the halloumi cheese slices to the pan. Grill each side for 2-3 minutes, or until they are golden brown and have grill marks. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 6
In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and fresh mint leaves.
Step 7
Add the grilled halloumi cheese on top of the salad.
Step 8
Drizzle the prepared lemon dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Step 9
Serve immediately to enjoy the warm halloumi with the fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (995.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1621.4 |
| Total Fat 141.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1121.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 19.1g | |
| Protein 75.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2525.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1552.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories