Description
Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto offers a vibrant, refreshing blend of flavors that’s perfect for any occasion. The creamy, grilled halloumi pairs beautifully with the sweet, juicy peaches, while the homemade lemon pesto adds a zesty kick that elevates this dish to new heights. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this salad is not only visually stunning but also packed with nutritious ingredients, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether enjoyed as a light lunch or a side dish at your next barbecue, this salad will impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225 g halloumi cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 15–20 spears fine asparagus
- 1 courgette
- 100 g mixed salad leaves
- 1 peach
- 1 tbsp pine nuts
- Zest of one lemon
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tbsp pine nuts
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp grated vegetarian hard cheese
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- For the lemon pesto, blend basil, garlic, and pine nuts in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Add olive oil, cheese, and lemon juice; blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a griddle pan over high heat and brush lightly with olive oil. Grill halloumi slices for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Toss asparagus in olive oil, salt, and pepper; grill for 2–3 minutes until tender.
- Use a vegetable peeler to create strips from the courgette; grill for about 30–60 seconds until marked.
- Assemble the salad by placing mixed greens on plates topped with grilled halloumi, asparagus, courgette strips, peach slices, pine nuts, and drizzle with lemon pesto.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 30mg