Keto Grilled Halloumi Salad

Keto Grilled Halloumi Salad is a delicious and refreshing salad. This salad is perfect for having at lunchtime. We make this salad with halloumi cheese along with fresh vegetables like tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, and crisp greens. This salad is high in protein, making it perfect for a keto diet. We can easily store this Keto Grilled Halloumi Salad in the fridge, but avoid freezing this salad as it will ruin the texture, & nutrients. This salad is gluten-free but contains dairy in the form of cheese, so we can’t have this salad if we have a dairy allergy, or simply skip the cheese from this salad.

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STATS:

• Caloric content: 340 kcal
• Time for preparation: Ten minutes
• Portion size: 1 bowl
• Time for cooking: 8 minutes.
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Overall time: Eighteen minutes.
• Course: Salad
• Diet: Keto
• Portion: 4

EQUIPMENT:

• Non-stick grill pan
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Tongs

INGREDIENTS:

• 8 oz. halloumi cheese
• 4 cups mixed salad greens
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1 small red onion
• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• Salt and pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

HALLOUMI CHEESE:

• Halloumi cheese is the main and necessary ingredient of this recipe, and it also helps in prevention of its shape during the grilling process; it also provides the salty richness in salad.

SALAD GREENS:

• We use a mix of greens like spinach, arugula, or lettuce to provide the different flavors and textures in this salad.

TOMATOES:

• We use cherry tomatoes in this salad to add a light, sweet taste, and they also provide juiciness.

CUCUMBERS:

• We add the cucumbers to this salad as they provide a refreshing and crunchy taste.

RED ONIONS:

• We red onions to provide the sharp onion taste, and they also make the salad crunchy and tasty.

OLIVE OIL:

• It is use to make the dressing of this salad, and it also provides healthy fats.

LEMON JUICE:

• We use lemon juice to make the dressing, and it provides the tangy taste in this salad.

OREGANO:

• We sprinkle the oregano in this salad to provide the Mediterranean flavor, and it also adds an herb taste.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm the grill pan on a moderate flame and brush the olive oil on the cheese slices.
2. Put the cheese slices on the grill and grill them for two minutes on each side to make them crispier.
3. Then put the grilled slices in the plate.
4. Mix the cucumbers, red onions, tomatoes, or salad greens in a big vessel.
5. Stir the black pepper, oregano, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil along with a whisk to prepare the dressing.
6. We pour dressing in the salad, toss lightly, and top it with grilled cheese and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

• We serve keto garlic bread along with this Grilled Halloumi salad for a filling meal.
• Pair this salad with shrimp or fried chicken to add extra protein content.
• Include avocado slices in this salad for the additional healthy fat content.
• We serve roasted vegetables along with this salad for a full dinner or lunch.
• This halloumi salad is serving as a nice starter before dinner.
• Use this salad as a summer BBQ side dish.

TIPS:

• Don’t overcook the cheese slices as the slices gets rubbery.
• Grill the cheese slices on a non-stick pan so they don’t stick.
• Dry the cheese slices before grilling so they brown easily.
• Include some olives to increase the Mediterranean flavor.
• Drizzle the lemon juice as you prefer.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the salad and halloumi cheese slices in different covered boxes and store this dish for two days.

FREEZER:

• Vegetables and cheese texture will change with time, so it is not good to store this salad.

FAQs:

Can I make this salad along with feta cheese?

• We can’t make this salad along with feta cheese, as it doesn’t get grilled properly.

Is halloumi cheese keto?

• Yes, halloumi cheese is keto as it has lots of protein and fats.

Can I make this halloumi salad before time?

• We can prep the dressing and vegetables, store them, and grill the cheese fresh and assemble the salad when required.

What herbs should I use to prepare this salad?

• We should use fresh mint leaves or basil, as they pair perfectly with halloumi cheese.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric count: 340 kcal
Net carbs: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 17g
Fat: 28g
Sodium: 680mg
Potassium: 320mg
Calcium: 350 mg
Iron: 1.8 mg
Vitamin A: 270 mcg
Portion size: 1 bowl
Entire Carbs: 6g
Portion: 4