Pan-Fried Halloumi and Vegetable Salad with Tahini Dressing

Pan-fried halloumi and vegetable salad with tahini dressing is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The halloumi is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the vegetables are fresh and crunchy. The tahini dressing adds a nutty and tangy flavor to the dish. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as roasted peppers, zucchini, or eggplant. You can also adjust the amount of tahini in the dressing to taste. This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.

Halloumi is a type of Cypriot cheese that is made from sheep's milk or goat's milk. It has a high melting point, which means that it can be grilled or fried without melting. Halloumi is often used in salads, sandwiches, and wraps. This recipe for pan-fried halloumi and vegetable salad with tahini dressing is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this unique cheese. The salad is made with fresh vegetables, such as cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. The tahini dressing is made with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper. The dressing adds a nutty and tangy flavor to the salad. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 block halloumi cheese, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup tahini

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the halloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
3. Remove the halloumi from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint to the skillet.
5. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened but still have a bit of a crunch.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
7. Pour the tahini dressing over the vegetables and toss to coat.
8. Arrange the halloumi slices on top of the salad and serve.

Why It Works

• The halloumi is pan-fried until crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
• The vegetables are fresh and crunchy.
• The tahini dressing adds a nutty and tangy flavor to the dish.
• This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.