Lentil, cherry tomatoes and halloumi salad
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
15 minutes

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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.
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Categories
- Meal Type: - Everyday - Main - Quick & Easy - Salad
- Cuisines: - Greek
- Ingredients: - Dairy - Lentils
- Health and Diet: - Combination - Gluten Free - Healthy - High Fibre - Low Carb - Vegetarian
- Skill Levels: - Easy
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