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Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad

Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad That Brightens Your Plate

This Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad is a vibrant Mediterranean dish perfect for quick meals and meal prep.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces pasta Any shape, cooked al dente
  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese Grilled, rinsed beforehand
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Blanched quickly
  • 1 medium fennel Thinly sliced
  • 2 medium bell peppers Mixed colors
  • 1/2 cup olives Your choice
  • 1/4 cup pine nuts Toasted
  • 1/2 cup pesto Adjust to taste
  • 2 stalks spring onions Chopped
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves Optional garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • non-stick skillet
  • mandolin or sharp knife
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In another pot, bring water to boil. Add broccoli and blanch for 2-3 minutes, then drain and rinse.
  3. Thinly slice fennel and add it to the bowl with cooled pasta and broccoli.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet. Cook halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden. Drain on paper towels.
  5. In the same skillet, toast pine nuts for 3-5 minutes until lightly browned.
  6. Combine pasta, broccoli, fennel, bell peppers, and olives in a large bowl and toss gently.
  7. Add pesto and mix well, tasting to adjust seasoning.
  8. Top salad with fried halloumi, toasted pine nuts, spring onions, and basil leaves. Serve immediately or chill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 14gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

The vibrant flavors and textures of this salad make it a perfect dish for any occasion. Meal prep for stress-free lunches, and enjoy for up to four days in the fridge.

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