Halloumi Apple Salad with Cranberries

Servings

2 servings

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Ingredients

Salad

• 200 g halloumi cheese, sliced into thick pieces

• 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, baby spinach, lettuce)

• 1 apple, thinly sliced

• ½ cup fresh or dried cranberries

• ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

• 2 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

• 1 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

Dressing

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

1. Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Olive oil

• Honey

• Lemon juice

• Dijon mustard

• Salt and pepper
  Set aside.

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2. Fry the Halloumi

• Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium heat.

• Add halloumi slices.

• Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.

• Remove from heat.

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3. Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl combine:

• Mixed greens

• Apple slices

• Cranberries

• Nuts and feta (optional)

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4. Finish & Serve

• Place warm halloumi on top.

• Drizzle dressing over salad.

• Toss lightly and serve immediately.

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Tips

• Add grilled chicken for extra protein.

• Substitute pear for apple if desired.

• Best served warm with freshly fried halloumi.