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Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto

Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto

Griddled Halloumi and Peach Salad with Homemade Lemon Pesto is a refreshing and vibrant dish that effortlessly combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Perfect for any occasion, this vegetarian salad features beautifully grilled halloumi cheese paired with juicy peaches, crisp asparagus, and a zesty homemade lemon pesto. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal option for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests at dinner parties. This salad not only tantalizes the taste buds but also offers a visually stunning presentation that brightens up your table.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

Scale
  • 225 g (8 oz) halloumi cheese, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 15–20 spears of fine asparagus
  • 1 courgette
  • 100 g (3–4 cups) mixed salad leaves
  • 1 peach (de-stoned and sliced)
  • 2 tbsp pine nuts for the salad
  • Zest of one lemon
  • 1 packed cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 clove garlic (roughly chopped)
  • 3 tbsp pine nuts for the pesto
  • ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 tbsp finely grated parmesan cheese (or vegetarian hard cheese)
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Make the lemon pesto by blending basil, garlic, pine nuts, olive oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
  2. Preheat a griddle pan over high heat. Grill halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper; grill for about 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. Use a vegetable peeler to create thin strips of courgette; grill briefly until marked.
  5. Assemble the salad by layering mixed greens with grilled halloumi, asparagus, courgette strips, peach slices, and pine nuts. Drizzle with lemon pesto and serve.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
  • Calories: 425
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 23g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added protein, consider topping the salad with grilled chicken or chickpeas. Substitute halloumi with feta or paneer if desired. Allow the salad to sit briefly after assembling to let flavors meld.