Halloumi Kale Salad
Halloumi is a pregnancy-friendly cheese and a great source of protein and calcium. Makes for a great addition to your regular salad!
Servings
2
Prep Time:
10~15 min.
Ready:
Immediately
Good For:
Appetizers
Introduction
Halloumi Kale Salad
While we were traveling in New Zealand earlier this year, I had a halloumi salad which was really nourishing and hearty. Halloumi can be hard to find in Japan, but thankfully I could order online from Halal Tokyo. You can also sometimes find them at KALDI stores.
So what is halloumi? It’s a cheese made from sheep or goat milk and originated in Cyprus. It’s firm and unlike most cheeses, doesn’t melt under heat. In fact it takes on a “squeaky” texture and sometimes the outer part crisps up. Mmm.
Because of its high sodium content, it should be eaten in moderation but it’s a great source of protein and calcium. It also contains iron, potassium and vitamin B6, which is important for brain development, your immune and nervous system. Most halloumi cheeses are pasteurized and safe for pregnancy.
I usually throw a few slices in the oven and have one or two pieces to add a bit of heartiness to my salad!
Ingredients
-
Halloumi
- Eggplant
- Beets
- Chickpeas
- Kale
- Tomatoes
- Frilly lettuce
- Oranges
- Quinoa
- Edamame
- Olive oil
- Balsamic vinegar
- Salt
- Black pepper
Thinly slice halloumi and bake with sliced eggplant, beets, chickpeas, a drizzle of olive oil and ground black pepper for around 10-15 min. at 210C.
Let cool for a bit then top over your leafy greens, tomatoes, orange, quinoa and edamame.
Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and black pepper, then drizzle over your salad. Enjoy!
More Recipes
Easy Kimchi
Easy KimchiA beginner's guide to fermenting kimchi!Servings 3~4 jars worthPrep Time: 20~25 min.Ferment for: 3~5 daysGood For: Side dishesIntroduction Easy Kimchi I’ve gotten a few requests to share my kimchi recipe! This is one of the “hobbies” I picked up this year -...
Shungiku Frittata
Shungiku FrittataEnjoy Japanese greens in this family favorite recipe!Servings 4~5Prep Time: 10 min.Bake for: 25~30 min.Good For: Lunch, DinnerIntroduction Seasonal Italian-Japanese Pasta Shungiku is such an important ingredient in nabe (Japanese hotpot) which we eat...
Seasonal Italian-Japanese Pasta
Seasonal Italian-Japanese PastaLet's learn how to cook seasonal tsurumurasaki (Malabar spinach) in this Italian-Japanese pasta!Servings 2Prep Time: 5~10 min.Cook for: 8 min.Good For: Lunch, DinnerIntroduction Seasonal Italian-Japanese Pasta I picked up...
Mediterranean Stuffed Squid
Mediterranean Stuffed SquidPreparing seafood doesn't have to be difficult! Here's a fun way to enjoy squid.Servings 2~3Prep Time: 20 min.Bake for: 20 min.Good For: Lunch, DinnerIntroduction Mediterranean Stuffed SquidWe've been having several really hot days and as we...
Vegan Fable Christmas Mince Pie
Vegan Fable Christmas Mince PieA delicious vegan and healthy twist to this British holiday favorite!Servings 2Prep Time: 20 min.Bake for: 20 min.Good For: Brunch, AppetizersIntroduction Vegan Fable Christmas Mince Pie I had the opportunity to try Fable meat through...
Kebabs with Vegan Fable Meat
Kebabs with Vegan Fable MeatSpicy kebabs using shiitake mushroom meat!Servings 2Prep Time: 15 min.Serve: ImmediatelyGood For: Lunch, DinnerIntroduction Kebabs with Vegan Fable Meat I had the opportunity to try Fable meat through Mega Meat Mart (thank you!) and was so...
