Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto
Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto is a vibrant and satisfying dish that balances the rich, salty flavor of grilled halloumi with the sweetness of fresh peaches, all brought together by a zesty homemade lemon pesto. This salad is perfect for a light lunch or as an impressive side at gatherings. It comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Packed with nutritious ingredients, this vegetarian-friendly salad is not only delicious but also nourishing. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 225 g halloumi cheese
- 1 peach
- 15–20 spears of fine asparagus
- 1 courgette
- Mixed salad leaves
- 100 ml olive oil (for dressing and cooking)
- Pine nuts
- Fresh basil
- Garlic
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the homemade lemon pesto by blending basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and lemon juice in a food processor until smooth. Season to taste.
- Preheat a griddle pan over high heat and grill halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until charred. Remove from heat.
- Brush asparagus with seasoned oil and grill for about 2-3 minutes until marked.
- Use a vegetable peeler to create strips from the courgette, coat with oil, and grill briefly until lines appear.
- Assemble the salad on plates with mixed greens topped with grilled halloumi, peaches, asparagus, courgette strips, pine nuts, and drizzle with lemon pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg