Halloumi and Lentil Salad |
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Prep Time: 12 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 12 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A simple, tasty salad that's also attractive. This makes a great lunch & light dinner. Add some grilled lamb and you have a more substantial meal. From an old Super Food Ideas magazine. Australian measurements used. Ingredients:
2 (400 g) cans brown lentils, drained & rinsed |
1 small red onion, sliced thinly |
1 lebanese cucumber, halved lengthwise, sliced |
2 tomatoes, chopped |
1/2 cup mint leaf, shredded |
1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice |
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil |
250 g halloumi cheese |
2 tablespoons plain flour |
cooking spray |
Directions:
1. Heat a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Combine first 7 items in a bowl.
3. Lengthwise, slice halloumi into 8 even pieces. Use a paper towel to pat dry. Lightly dust each slice with flour. Shake off excess.
4. In 2 batches, spray one side of each cheese slice with oil than place, oil-side down, on grill pan. Cook for approx 2 minutes then spray top side and flip over. Cook for 2 minutes on this side or until golden. Drain on paper towel.
5. Serve immediately on top of lentil salad.
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