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Fried Halloumi with Garlicky Lemon Greens

Recipe

Get your greens with this zingy lemon salad. Enjoy it on its own or as a deliciously healthy side to other meals.

Serves: 4 people   |   Prep time: 10 minutes   |   Cook time: 5 minutes

Main  

Ingredients

  • 40 g (1½ oz) finely sliced red pepper
  • 40 g (1½ oz) finely sliced yellow pepper
  • 40 g (1½ oz) chopped cucumber
  • 40 g (1½ oz) finely chopped spring onions
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped mint
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 125 g (4 oz) halloumi cheese, thickly sliced

Dressing

  • ½ teaspoon crushed garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • salt and pepper

Method

  1. Put the red and yellow peppers, cucumber, spring onions, parsley, mint and coriander in a bowl.  
  2. Mix well, cover and chill until required.  
  3. To make the dressing, mix the garlic with the oil and lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside until required.
  4. When ready to serve, pour the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to mix. Transfer to a serving plate. Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the halloumi over a medium–high heat for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden brown.  
  5. Arrange the halloumi on top of the salad and serve immediately.