Haloumi, Asparagus and Strawberry Salad

I love creating healthy, delicious salads. Gone are the days of iceberg lettuce, tomato and cucumber salads! So with the season of summer BBQ’s in mind, I thought I’d share this divine, colourful flavour combo.

Health benefits

Lots of plant-based goodness here! The Spinach is loaded with fibre, antioxidants and to many vitamins and minerals to list. The basil contains many essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidant flavonoids, two of which have been shown to protect cells and DNA from radiation. Asparagus contains anti-inflammatory and detoxifying  compounds and as a rich source of chromium, is perfect for helping sugar cravings. The haloumi adds a little protein and deliciousness!

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Haloumi, Asparagus and Strawberry Salad

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 5 minutes

Total 15 minutes

Serves: 4

This delicious Haloumi, Asparagus and Strawberry Salad is sure to impress - such a cracking combination of flavours.

Ingredients

• 120 g baby spinach -washed
• ¼ bunch fresh basil leaves -washed and picked off the stems
• 10-15 snow peas -trimmed
• 1 bunch asparagus -halved
• 1 punnet strawberries -hulled and sliced
• 180 g haloumi -sliced thinly

Dressing

• 1 lemon/s -zest and 1 tbsp juice
• 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
• 60 ml lemon-infused olive oil (¼ cup) can sub regular extra virgin olive oil
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper -to taste

Method

• In a frypan or a griddle,  cook your asparagus over a low heat in a little olive oil. Once just cooked (take care not to overcook), set aside to cool.
• Now cook your haloumi on both sides until golden and crisp.
• On a large serving plate or platter arrange your baby spinach, strawberries, snow peas and asparagus and top with the grilled haloumi.
• To make the dressing, simply combine all ingredients together in  jar or jug and shake/mix well.
• Dress just prior to serving.

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Course: Salad