Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad: A Vibrant Meditteranean Delight
Author:meryem
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Discover a vibrant med twist with this colorful halloumi pasta salad, bursting with flavors & fresh ingredients perfect for any meal. 153 chars
Ingredients
Scale
200 grams of pasta (preferably fusilli or penne)
250 grams of halloumi cheese, sliced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons of olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh basil, for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cook the pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
Prep the veggies: Chop the red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
Brown the halloumi: In a frying pan over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add minced garlic if desired.
Toss it all together: In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, veggies, and dressing. Stir until evenly coated.
Final touch: Add crispy halloumi and gently toss.
Garnish: Add fresh basil leaves.
Notes
A light yet satisfying Mediterranean-themed salad featuring crispy halloumi, colorful fresh vegetables, and al dente pasta. Perfect for sunny days and meal prep!
