Halloumi is a sheep, goat’s and cow’s milk cheese from Cyprus. It’s known for its salty flavour and unusual squeaky texture. Thanks to the high melting point, halloumi is ideal for frying and grilling.

What’s the best dressing for a halloumi salad?

There are plenty of options when it comes to dressings for a halloumi salad. A honey-based dressing as well as lemon, works well with the halloumi flavour. A creamy ranch or olive oil dressing can also be used.

Is a halloumi salad healthy?

As part of a balanced diet, a halloumi salad can be a really healthy option. It’s a protein-packed with calcium that’s nutritious. However, in excess, halloumi can be high in saturated fat and sodium. If you’re looking for a healthy option, cut down the amount of halloumi and use a low-fat and salt-free dressing.

Do you need to cook halloumi for salads?

Halloumi can be eaten raw, but typically, it’s cooked as this improves the flavour and texture. Uncooked halloumi is saltier, and the texture is more chewy, giving halloumi its commonly referred to name, “squeaky cheese”.

Should I grill or fry halloumi?

Due to the high melting point of halloumi, you can either grill or fry it for your salad, depending on your preference. Pan frying is easier and quicker, but grilling requires minimal input.

Halloumi Salad Recipes

Surprisingly filling yet healthy, a halloumi salad is the ideal main meal or side. Make it your own with the perfect combination of fruit, vegetables and a dressing.

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How to make a halloumi salad?

For your halloumi salad, start by frying or grilling your halloumi to give it a lovely golden coating. Once done, set aside to build your salad.

Start with the bottom layer, the leafy layer. Rocket or baby gem lettuce works really well.

Add your fruit and veg, followed by the halloumi. Finish with a dressing and croutons or walnuts for added texture to your salad recipe.

What goes well in a halloumi salad?

Halloumi is a salty cheese that works well in a salad with sweet, savoury and acidic flavours, depending on your preference. You’ll often find a honey or lemon glaze as well as a balsamic dressing on a halloumi salad.

As a leafy base, rocket works really well. Tomatoes, avocado and cucumber are often used as well. You can also bulk out a halloumi salad with the likes of quinoa, rice or lentils.

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