Indulge in a refreshing and unique flavor combination with our halloumi watermelon and mint salad, a delightful dish that blends sweet and savory elements. Featuring grilled halloumi cheese, juicy watermelon, zesty mint, and a tangy dressing, this salad offers a symphony of textures and flavors. Also, explore our collection of refreshing summer-inspired salads, including a vibrant watermelon, feta, and cucumber salad bursting with juicy sweetness, a Mediterranean-inspired Greek salad with crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta cheese, and a light and flavorful arugula, strawberry, and goat cheese salad. Each recipe is carefully crafted to deliver a burst of freshness and nutrition, perfect for warm weather gatherings or light meals. Discover the perfect salad to tantalize your taste buds and invigorate your senses this summer.
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HALLOUMI, WATERMELON & MINT SALAD
This fresh and light salad makes an ideal summer evening supper
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Buffet, Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Side dish, Starter, Supper
Time 15m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat grill to high. Lay the cheese on a baking tray in a single layer, then grill for 2 mins on each side until golden. Toss the watermelon, beans and mint together with the lemon juice and olive oil, season well, then layer on plates with the slices of halloumi.
- Drizzle with a little more oil if you like, and then serve with warm pittas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 12 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, Sodium 2.29 milligram of sodium
HALLOUMI AND WATERMELON SALAD
Steps:
- Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large, nonstick skillet over high heat. Fry the cheese, turning occasionally, until golden brown on at least two sides, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a plate.
- To make the dressing, add 10 to 12 mint leaves, 10 to 12 basil leaves, 1/4 cup olive oil and some salt to a small food processor. Blend until smooth.
- Arrange the watermelon cubes and halloumi on a platter. Drizzle with some of the dressing and garnish with more mint and basil leaves. Serve with grilled bread and extra dressing on the side.
WATERMELON AND HALLOUMI
Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place the shallot and garlic in a mixing bowl and add a pinch of salt. Add the vinegar and honey and whisk. Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil, then add the almonds and mint.
- Place the watermelon in a shallow dish. Pour the dressing on top, cover and let marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the halloumi 1 minute per side, then remove from the pan; top each with a piece of marinated watermelon.
HALLOUMI, WATERMELON, AND MINT SALAD
Halloumi cheese and fresh, juicy watermelon are a fantastic salty-sweet pair. In Cyprus, fresh halloumi slices are served with watermelon for breakfast or dessert, but I think frying the halloumi and adding mint increases the flavor and makes a delightful summer salad.
Provided by cheesemite
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Break halloumi cheese into small pieces. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add halloumi and cook and stir until golden, about 3 minutes.
- Toss watermelon cubes, mint leaves, onion slices, and fried halloumi in a salad bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 15.6 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 229.9 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
Tips:
- Select ripe watermelon: Choose a watermelon that is heavy for its size and has a deep, resonant sound when thumped.
- Cut the watermelon properly: Cut the watermelon into small cubes or balls for easy eating.
- Grill the halloumi to perfection: Grill the halloumi slices until they are golden brown and slightly charred on the outside, while remaining soft and tender on the inside.
- Use fresh mint: Fresh mint leaves add a refreshing flavor to the salad. If you don't have fresh mint, you can substitute dried mint, but use less, as it is more concentrated.
- Don't overdress the salad: A simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper is all you need to enhance the flavors of the watermelon, halloumi, and mint.
Conclusion:
This halloumi, watermelon, and mint salad is a delicious and refreshing summer dish. The combination of sweet watermelon, salty halloumi, and aromatic mint is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The salad is also very easy to make, so you can have it on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful salad, give this one a try.
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