Description
Colorful Halloumi Pasta Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the rich flavors of halloumi cheese with fresh vegetables and aromatic pesto. This quick-to-make salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a light dinner at home. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you can indulge in a hearty meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. The delightful mix of textures and flavors makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Customize it with your favorite veggies for an added twist and enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 grams pasta (your choice)
- 200 grams halloumi (cubed)
- 300 grams broccoli (small florets)
- 1 fennel (thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons pesto
- 2 tablespoons olives (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons roasted red peppers (strips)
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, blanch broccoli in boiling water for 3–4 minutes until bright green; drain.
- In a frying pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and fry halloumi cubes until golden brown on both sides; remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, broccoli, fennel, olives, red peppers, pine nuts, and spring onions; toss gently.
- Add pesto and stir until well combined. Garnish with fresh basil before serving warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg