Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring grilled zucchini, halloumi cheese, peas, and a zesty mint, dijon, and lemon dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Dressing:
- 40 ml olive oil
- 40 ml lemon juice
- 20 gm dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt flakes
- 4 grinds black pepper, fresh
Grilled Bits:
- 700 gm zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 250 gm baby peas
- 200 gm halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 bunch mint
Instructions
- Salad Dressing: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and set aside.
- Grilled Bits: Toss zucchini and halloumi in a bowl with part of the dressing. Grill until marked, then toss with remaining dressing. Cook peas, then combine with zucchini and halloumi. Season with salt, pepper, and mint.
Notes
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats, pasta dishes, or rich meals.
- Optional additions include rocket, spinach, green onions, or Dukkah for extra flavor.
- For a meaty addition, consider BBQ’d chorizo, grilled salami, or bacon bits.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for a larger serving size.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
