Description
A delightful and versatile Grilled Zucchini, Halloumi, Pea Salad with a refreshing mint, Dijon, and lemon dressing. This salad is perfect as a side for grilled meats or as a light standalone 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
Grilled Bits:
- 700 gm zucchini
- 250 gm baby peas
- 200 gm Halloumi cheese
- 1 bunch mint
Instructions
- Salad Dressing: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt, pepper. Set aside.
- Grilled Bits: Cut zucchini and Halloumi. Toss with dressing. Grill zucchini and Halloumi until lightly charred. Cook peas and mix all with dressing, mint, salt, and pepper. Serve.
Notes
- This salad pairs well with grilled meats or pasta dishes.
- Add rocket or spinach for variation.
- Optionally, top with finely sliced green onions or Dukkah for extra flavor.
- For a meaty twist, consider adding BBQ’d chorizo, grilled salami, or bacon bits.
- This recipe can be easily doubled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 320 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
