Warm Halloumi and Peach Salad
A vibrant, sweet and savory salad featuring crispy pan-fried halloumi and juicy fresh peaches. Tossed with pistachios and mint, it's a refreshing lunch that keeps you full and focused.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthLow energy
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Before you start
Your 10-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Measure everything before you start so this quick recipe moves without pauses.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep oz halloumi cheese (sliced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Heat a very light drizzle of olive…
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Heat a very light drizzle of olive…
Heat a very light drizzle of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the halloumi slices to the pan…
Add the halloumi slices to the pan and cook until deeply golden brown and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
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In a serving bowl
In a serving bowl, gently toss the mixed greens and torn mint leaves with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, a splash of balsamic vinegar, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
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Arrange the fresh peach slices and warm…
Arrange the fresh peach slices and warm halloumi over the dressed greens.
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Scatter the chopped pistachios over the top…
Scatter the chopped pistachios over the top and serve immediately.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Halloumi has the best texture right…
Halloumi has the best texture right out of the pan when it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, so assemble your greens while it cooks.
If peaches are out of season
If peaches are out of season, this recipe works beautifully with fresh sliced pears or nectarines.
To meal-prep this
To meal-prep this, keep the halloumi separate and warm it up slightly before adding it to your fresh greens.
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