Avocado and Halloumi Salad
A fresh and vibrant salad featuring creamy avocados and crispy halloumi cheese, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- skillet
- cutting board
- knife
- serving platter
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 200 g halloumi cheese (sliced)
- 2 cup mixed salad greens ((e.g., arugula, spinach, lettuce))
- 1/2 cucumber (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- fresh herbs ((e.g., parsley or mint) for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced avocados, mixed salad greens, cucumber, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until shimmering. Add the sliced halloumi cheese to the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the halloumi from the skillet and place it on top of the salad.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to add other vegetables or nuts for extra crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 28g | Sodium: 600mg