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Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad

Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad: A Tasty Mediterranean Twist

Experience the deliciousness of Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad, a vibrant and quick Mediterranean dish packed with fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Pasta Choose your favorite shape for a fun bite.
  • 8 oz Halloumi Cheese Rinse and dry for the best frying results.
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Blanch briefly to keep vibrant color.
  • 1 bulb Fennel Slice thinly for optimal texture or substitute with celery.
  • 1 cup Olives Choose green or black based on preference.
  • 2 each Bell Peppers Mixing varieties elevates visual appeal.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Pesto Homemade or store-bought, adjust as preferred.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts Toast for enhanced nutty flavor.
  • 2 each Spring Onions Optional, but recommended for a burst of color.

Equipment

  • pot
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Mandoline

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. Blanch the broccoli in boiling water for 3-5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Transfer to ice water, then drain.
  3. Slice fennel thinly and place in a mixing bowl.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Fry halloumi slices for 3-4 minutes each side until golden brown. Transfer to paper towels.
  5. In the same skillet, lower heat and toast pine nuts for 2-3 minutes until golden.
  6. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, broccoli, fennel, olives, and bell peppers.
  7. Add pesto and season with salt and pepper. Fold gently to combine.
  8. Serve with halloumi slices and toasted pine nuts on top. Optionally sprinkle with spring onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 14gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, keeping halloumi separate to preserve crispiness.

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