Halloumi and Lentil Salad
This super easy salad is delicious with the crunch of freshly fried halloumi, nutty lentils and juicy tomatoes. While being super simple it can also be easily adapted. Check the suggestions in the post!
Ingredients
- 200 gr cherry tomato halved
- 150 gr puy lentils
- 150 gr halloumi
- 1/2 red onion finely sliced
- 1/2 clove garlic crushed
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- fresh cilantro coriander
Instructions
- Half the tomatoes and toss them with the garlic, onion, juice of 1/2 a lemon and the olive together in a bowl. Don't like raw garlic or onion? You can also quickly sauté them in a pan before adding them.
- Cook the lentils for about 15 minutes or until tender, drain and add to the bowl. Season and toss.
- Chop 250 gr halloumi into cubes and fry in a splash of oil until golden. Let it drain on paper towels which will make them crisp up.Stir roughly chopped coriander through the salad and serve with the halloumi.
Nutrition
Calories: 608kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 917mg | Potassium: 261mg | Fiber: 25g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 490IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 816mg | Iron: 6mg