Halloumi Avocado Salad
Grilled halloumi paired with fresh vegetables and avocado creates a vibrant and satisfying salad.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It is fresh, filling, and ideal for warm weather meals.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
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Halloumi cheese
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Avocado
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Cherry tomatoes
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Olive oil
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Lemon juice
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Parsley
Directions
Grill halloumi, assemble salad, and dress lightly.
Servings and Timing
Serves 2.
Preparation time: 10 minutes.
Cooking time: 10 minutes.
Variations
Add olives or cucumber.
Storage/Reheating
Best served fresh.
FAQs
Can I use feta instead?
Halloumi is preferred.
Is this vegetarian?
Yes.
Can I grill halloumi ahead?
Yes.
Is it gluten-free?
Yes.
Can I add protein?
Yes.
What dressing works best?
Simple lemon vinaigrette.
Can I add greens?
Yes.
Is halloumi salty?
Yes, balance with lemon.
Can I pan-fry instead?
Yes.
Is this suitable for lunch?
Yes.
Conclusion
Halloumi avocado salad is a refreshing and nourishing dish with bold textures.
PrintHalloumi Avocado Salad
A fresh and satisfying salad featuring golden grilled halloumi, creamy avocado, crisp greens, and a light lemon dressing for a perfect balance of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 ripe avocados, sliced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat and brush with olive oil.
- Add halloumi slices and grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Remove halloumi from heat and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and avocado slices.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top the salad with warm grilled halloumi and serve immediately.
Notes
- Serve immediately while the halloumi is warm.
- Add cucumber or olives for extra Mediterranean flavor.
- This salad works well as a light lunch or side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: halloumi avocado salad, grilled halloumi salad, vegetarian salad, mediterranean salad
