Halloumi Salad Recipe

Halloumi Salad Recipe

  • 1 bunch rocket (arugula) leaves
  • 1 large tomato, cut into cubes
  • 7 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced
  • 1 pita bread round, split
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  1. Combine rocket leaves and tomato in a large bowl.
  2. Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  3. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; arrange halloumi cheese slices on top.
  4. Broil halloumi cheese in the preheated oven, until light brown, about 3 minutes. Flip slices and broil on the second side, about 3 minutes more. Cut into cubes; add to the bowl.
  5. Toast pita bread until golden. Cool until crisp, about 5 minutes. Break into small pieces; add to the bowl.
  6. Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, sesame seeds, mustard, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Pour into the large bowl; toss salad to combine.