Grilled Halloumi and Apple Salad – Fresh, Savory, and So Easy! 🥗

Atsuko

May 6, 2024

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Atsuko

Founder of @Umami Sans Frontières

Looking for a fresh and flavorful salad idea? This grilled halloumi and apple salad combines the rich, salty taste of halloumi cheese with the natural sweetness of apples and a refreshing yogurt sauce. Halloumi, a firm cheese from Cyprus often used in Greek, Turkish, and Middle Eastern cuisine, holds its shape when grilled—adding a savory, golden-brown touch to your dish. 🧀 Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner, this salad is easy to make and bursting with balanced flavors.👍

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Preparation

20 mins

Baking time

Rest Time

Ingredients

Cooking time: Approximately 20 minutes

Ingredients:

For 4 people

Salad

250 g halloumi cheese
1 apple
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Mixed green salad leaves, to taste
Seedless grapes, to taste½–1 cucumber

Dressing

3 tablespoons plain yogurt (Greek-style recommended)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (or vinegar of your choice)
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

How to make it:

1/ Prepare the Salad Base: Wash the mixed salad thoroughly and drain well.
2/ Wash and Chop the Produce: Wash the grapes. Cut the apple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.

3/ Grill the Halloumi: Cut the halloumi cheese into cubes. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and grill the cheese until golden brown on all sides. (No oil needed.)
4/ Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine all the dressing ingredients and mix well to create a smooth, creamy sauce.
5/ Assemble the Salad: In a large salad bowl, add the mixed salad, apple, cucumber, and grapes. Toss gently. Top with the warm grilled halloumi cheese. Transfer to serving plates, drizzle with the dressing, and enjoy!

🌟Quick Tips for a Delicious Halloumi Salad🌟

⭐️ Use Mildly Sweet Yogurt for a Balanced Flavor: We recommend using a slightly sweet yogurt for the dressing—it pairs beautifully with the salty halloumi and the fresh fruits.

⭐️ Try It with Seasonal Fruits and Veggies: This recipe features apples and grapes, but feel free to get creative with other seasonal fruits or vegetables you have on hand.

⭐️ Perfect with Bread or Soup for a Light Meal: Serve this salad with a slice of crusty bread or a bowl of soup for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.

⭐️ Halloumi🧀A Cheese You’ll Often Find in Europe: Halloumi cheese is widely enjoyed in countries like France and Germany. It’s a firm, grill-friendly cheese that’s perfect for salads.