A vegetarian halloumi salad with a Mexican twist, this is a filling bowl that you can make a meal out of! With a creamy, herby avocado dressing and deliciously seasoned fried halloumi cheese, this protein packed meatless lunch will not leave you hungry.
250g(8.8oz)halloumi cheese, sliced into squares or strips
2tspsof fajita or taco seasoning, or to taste
1avocado, chopped
Optional toppings: chopped spring onion / green onion, fresh cilantro / coriander to mix in
Avocado Dressing
½an avocado
1spring onion / green onion*
1big handfulfresh cilantro / coriander
1lime, juiced
2Tbspolive oil
2-4Tbspwater
Instructions
First prepare your dressing by blending all ingredients until smooth.
Combine your lettuce, beans, peppers, and tomato in a bowl. Toss to combine. You can dress the salad in the bowl now, or save it to drizzle on top.
Fry your halloumi. Heat a layer of olive oil in a large frying pan. Add halloumi to the pan, sprinkle with fajita or taco seasoning, and fry until golden on each side, turning regularly so that it doesn't burn.
Dish your salad into bowls and top with the halloumi. Drizzle with the dressing if you didn't include it directly in the bowl, and top with the extra coriander / cilantro and spring onion.
Notes
This serves 2 as a main meal or 4 as a side dish.*If you'd prefer a milder flavor, just use the green end and discard the white end which is a stronger, more onion-y flavor.