Halloumi Tomato Salad with Fresh Herbs
A fresh and savory halloumi tomato salad with vibrant herbs, briny capers, and a zesty lemon dressing. Crispy golden halloumi pairs beautifully with juicy tomatoes for a light yet hearty dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons minced flat-leaf parsley
- 2 tablespoons minced mint
- 2 tablespoons minced scallion (green onion)
- 2 tablespoons minced capers (drained)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 3 large tomatoes, sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 8.8 oz halloumi cheese (1 block), sliced
Instructions
- Zest and juice the lemon into a small bowl. Mix with parsley, mint, scallion, capers, black pepper, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to make the herb dressing.
- Slice the tomatoes and arrange on a serving platter.
- Cut the halloumi into thick slices and pat dry with a paper towel.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Pan-fry halloumi slices until golden on both sides, about 2 minutes per side.
- Place the halloumi over the tomatoes and spoon the herb dressing on top.
- Serve immediately while the halloumi is still warm and crispy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, grill the halloumi instead of pan-frying.
- Use cherry or heirloom tomatoes for variety.
- Add cucumbers, roasted red peppers, or arugula for more crunch and freshness.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra richness.
- Store leftovers separately and re-pan-fry halloumi before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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