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Quick Salad with Warm Halloumi, Pomegranate, and Nuts

Wegetariańskie Salads Vegetarian Dishes Dinners 15 min Easy 5 wyświetleń ~18.28 PLN - (0)
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This salad is the essence of the perfect meal for one: quick, healthy, filling, and incredibly appetizing. It is a perfect combination of contrasting flavors and textures that will delight any palate. The salty, squeaky, and wonderfully warm halloumi cheese, straight from the pan, is the heart of the dish. Its flavor perfectly balances the sweet and sour explosion of juicy pomegranate seeds and the crunch and earthy taste of toasted walnuts. The whole dish rests on a fresh, slightly spicy bed of arugula and delicate lamb's lettuce. All the ingredients are brought together by a velvety homemade vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. This dish looks like it came from a trendy restaurant, and it takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Perfect for a quick yet elegant lunch, a light dinner, or a nutritious meal after a workout.

Ingredients (11)

Servings:
1
  • Mieszanka sałat (rukola, roszponka) 50 g
  • Halloumi cheese 100 g
  • Pestki granatu 45 g
  • Walnuts 20 g
  • Extra virgin olive oil 0.2 łyżek
  • Lemon juice 15 ml
  • Liquid honey 7 g
  • Dijon mustard 5 g
  • Sea salt 1 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Pieprz czarny świeżo mielony 2 szczypty
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Chili flakes 1 szczypta
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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Start by preparing the salad. Place the arugula and lamb's lettuce mix in a large sieve or colander. Rinse it thoroughly under cold running water, gently moving the leaves to remove any dirt. Then, dry the salad thoroughly. The best way to do this is in a salad spinner. If you don't have one, spread the leaves on a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and gently dry them by pressing with a second layer of towel. Dry leaves will better combine with the dressing.

Ingredients: Mieszanka sałat (rukola, roszponka)
This is a key step! Wet lettuce leaves will make the vinaigrette watery and it won't cling to them, resulting in a bland salad. Make sure the leaves are completely dry before adding the dressing.
2

Prepare the remaining toppings. Chop the walnuts into coarser pieces using a sharp knife on a cutting board - you don't want them to be too fine, their crunchiness is important. If the nuts are not toasted, you can toss them in a dry, heated pan and toast for 1-2 minutes until they start to smell, which will enhance their flavor. Next, prepare the pomegranate seeds. If you have a whole fruit, cut it in half crosswise, and then holding the half over a bowl with the skin side up, vigorously hit it with a wooden spoon. The seeds will fall out on their own.

Ingredients: Walnuts, Pestki granatu
Be careful when extracting the seeds from the pomegranate - its juice stains heavily. It's a good idea to wear an apron. If you want to save time, you can buy ready-made, packaged pomegranate seeds.

Vinaigrette sauce

3

Prepare the perfectly creamy dressing. Take a small jar with a lid. Pour in olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and Dijon mustard. Add a pinch of salt and two pinches of freshly ground black pepper. If you like a bit of heat, you can add optional chili flakes. Close the jar and shake it vigorously for about 20-30 seconds. You will see how the ingredients combine into a uniform, slightly cloudy, and thick emulsion. This is the simplest way to make the perfect vinaigrette.

Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil, Lemon juice, Liquid honey, Dijon mustard, Sea salt, Pieprz czarny świeżo mielony, Chili flakes
Using a jar is a brilliant trick! It allows the dressing to emulsify (combine) much better than mixing with a fork. You can prepare more dressing and store it in the same jar in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Grilling cheese

4

Remove the halloumi cheese from the packaging and dry it very thoroughly with paper towels on all sides. It is very important for the cheese to be dry, as this will allow it to achieve a crispy crust. After drying, cut the cheese into slices about 1 cm thick. Heat a pan, preferably a grill pan or a non-stick one, over medium-high heat. The pan must be well heated before placing the cheese on it.

Ingredients: Halloumi cheese
Do not skip drying the cheese! Moist cheese will splatter in the pan and instead of frying, it will start to boil, which will prevent it from achieving the characteristic golden crust.
5

Place the slices of halloumi on a heated pan. Fry them without any added fat for about 2-3 minutes on each side. Do not move the cheese while frying; let it brown peacefully. The cheese is ready when beautiful golden-brown stripes appear on its surface (if using a grill pan) or when the entire surface is evenly browned. The finished cheese should be crispy on the outside and soft, slightly stretchy on the inside.

Ingredients: Halloumi cheese
A good non-stick pan does not require the addition of oil, as the cheese contains enough fat. If you are concerned about sticking, you can brush the pan with a little oil using a kitchen brush.

Salad assembly

6

Now it's time to bring everything together. Transfer the dried salad mix to a large bowl. Drizzle it with half of the prepared vinaigrette. Gently toss the salad with the dressing, preferably using your hands or two large spoons. The goal is for each leaf to be lightly coated with the dressing, not drenched in it. Transfer the salad to a plate or a wide bowl, creating an appetizing 'nest'.

Ingredients: Mieszanka sałat (rukola, roszponka)
Don't pour all the dressing at once. It's always better to start with a smaller amount and add more if needed. This way, you can avoid 'drowning' the salad in the dressing.
7

On top of the salad, place the warm, freshly fried slices of halloumi cheese. Then generously sprinkle everything with pomegranate seeds and chopped walnuts. Finally, drizzle the remaining vinaigrette over the top. Serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and perfectly 'squeaky'.

Ingredients: Halloumi cheese, Pestki granatu, Walnuts
The key to the success of this salad is the contrast of temperatures. Warm, salty cheese combined with cool, crunchy lettuce and toppings is a true feast. Don't wait to serve!

Fun Fact

💡

Halloumi is a traditional Cypriot cheese with a history dating back to Byzantine times. Its unique property – a high melting point – means it doesn't melt during frying or grilling, making it an ideal ingredient for warm salads and grilled dishes.

Best for

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the salad on a large, flat plate or in a wide, shallow bowl so that all the colorful ingredients are clearly visible. Before serving, you can drizzle a few drops of olive oil over the top and sprinkle with freshly ground pepper. A slice of crispy whole grain bread pairs perfectly with the salad.

🥡 Storage

This salad is definitely best right after preparation. However, if you want to prepare the ingredients in advance, you can wash and dry the lettuce, prepare the dressing in a jar, and chop the toppings. Store everything separately in the fridge. Fry the halloumi cheese just before serving.

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