Winter Apple Salad with Pan-Seared Halloumi

Name: Winter Apple Salad with Pan-Seared Halloumi
Ingredients: 225g Halloumi cheese, sliced; 1 large Apple (e.g., Honeycrisp), sliced thin; 100g Mixed Greens or Spinach; 30g Pecans or Walnuts; Apple cider vinegar; Maple syrup; Olive oil

By admin 2/28/2026

A warm, protein-rich version of a classic apple salad. The seared halloumi adds a satisfying savory element that pairs perfectly with the sweet apples and crunchy nuts.

Ingredients

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225g Halloumi cheese, sliced
1 large Apple (e.g., Honeycrisp), sliced thin
100g Mixed Greens or Spinach
30g Pecans or Walnuts
Apple cider vinegar
Maple syrup
Olive oil

Instructions

**Sear Cheese:** Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat (no oil needed usually). Fry Halloumi slices for 2-3 mins per side until golden brown. Remove.
**Warm Apples (Optional but nice):** Throw the apple slices in the warm pan for just 1 minute to take the chill off.
**Assemble:** Toss greens with dressing. Top with warm cheese, apples, and nuts.