Description
This Grilled Zucchini, Halloumi, Pea Salad with Mint, Dijon, and Lemon is a refreshing and flavorful salad perfect for summer gatherings or a light lunch. The combination of grilled zucchini, crispy halloumi cheese, sweet peas, and zesty dressing creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini and Halloumi:
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thin strips lengthwise
- 7 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Salad:
- 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill Zucchini and Halloumi: Lightly brush zucchini and halloumi with olive oil. Grill zucchini for 2–3 minutes per side until tender and charred. Grill halloumi for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: In a serving bowl, combine grilled zucchini, halloumi, peas, and mint. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to combine.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chilled.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding toasted pine nuts or a handful of arugula.
- This salad is best enjoyed the same day, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
