Name: Lentil, cherry tomatoes and halloumi salad
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 250g halloumi (hellim); 2 red onions; 1 clove of garlic; 12 cherry tomatoes; 2 Tbsp olive oil; ½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar; 1 handful mint leaves; 1 handful parsley leaves; 1 can of lentils (400g); Juice of half a lemon

Lentil, cherry tomatoes and halloumi salad

20 Jun 2016

by Dinna

Prep Time

5 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Background

This lentil, cherry tomatoes and halloumi salad can be served within just 15 minutes. It's not only quick and easy to make but full of protein and vitamins!

Ingredients

250g halloumi (hellim)
2 red onions
1 clove of garlic
12 cherry tomatoes
2 Tbsp olive oil
½ Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 handful mint leaves
1 handful parsley leaves
1 can of lentils (400g)
Juice of half a lemon

Instructions

Thinly slice the onions and garlic.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half; chop the herbs.
Drain then rinse the lentils with water, then drain again.
Cut the cheese into 6-8 slices.
Heat 1 Tbsp of oil in a pan, then soften the onion. Add the garlic, stir for one minute, then add the tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes.
When the tomatoes begin to soften, stir in the lentils and balsamic vinegar, season with salt and pepper and heat through.
Meanwhile, heat a griddle pan and brush the cheese slices with oil, then fry them for 1-2 minutes on each sides.
Add the chopped herbs and the remaining oil to the lentils, together with the lemon juice. Toss well.
Serve warm with the griddled halloumi on top.