



BLUEBERRY, HOT HONEY HALLOUMI & TOASTED PECAN SALAD
When time is limited but you still want something tasty, this salad delivers. Using pre-cooked mixed grains keeps things quick and satisfying — ready in about 15 minutes, with sweet blueberries, sticky hot honey halloumi and crunchy toasted pecans for contrast.
Ingredients
- olive oil
-
225
g
halloumi
cubed -
2
tbsp
hot honey -
100
g
blueberries -
250
g
packet pre-cooked mixed grains -
3
handfuls rocket -
large handful of mint
leaves only -
50
g
pecan nuts
toasted - salt & freshly ground black pepper
DRESSING
-
2
tbsp
balsamic vinegar -
1
tsp
wholegrain mustard -
2
tbsp
extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
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Make the dressing first: whisk the balsamic vinegar, wholegrain mustard and extra virgin olive oil with a generous pinch of salt and black pepper until smooth and emulsified. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Heat a glug of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the cubed halloumi for 2–3 minutes each side until lightly golden. Stir in the hot honey and cook for another minute or so, allowing the cheese to become sticky and begin to brown at the edges.
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In a mixing bowl combine the cooked halloumi, blueberries, pre-cooked mixed grains, rocket, mint leaves and toasted pecan nuts. Drizzle over about half the dressing, add a good crack of black pepper and toss gently to combine.
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Divide the salad between two bowls and serve with the remaining dressing on the side for extra drizzle if desired.
Looking for more quick lunch ideas? Try the Roasted Pepper & Cannellini Toast recipe for another simple, 15-minute option.