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Pasta Salad with Seared Halloumi

Pasta Salad with Seared Halloumi: Summer's Protein-Packed Delight

A refreshing Pasta Salad with Seared Halloumi, perfect for summer picnics, packed with protein from chickpea pasta.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Chickpea rotini pasta
  • 1/2 Red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 English cucumber, chopped
  • 1.5 cups Broccoli florets, finely chopped
  • 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil, chopped
  • 1.5 oz Fat-free feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2.25 oz Black olives, sliced, drained
  • Salt
  • Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tbsp Red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Garlic clove, minced
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Equipment

  • pot
  • Colander
  • non-stick skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta by boiling water, adding salt, and stirring in chickpea rotini pasta for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. Sear the Halloumi by slicing it into cubes, heating a skillet over medium heat, and cooking the cubes for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown. Remove and cool.
  3. Whisk the dressing by combining olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and seasoning with salt and pepper in a bowl or jar until well emulsified.
  4. Combine the salad ingredients by mixing cooled pasta with chopped red bell pepper, cucumber, broccoli, tomatoes, and onion. Gently fold in parsley, basil, feta, and olives.
  5. Add the dressing and Halloumi to the salad, ensuring everything is coated without breaking the Halloumi. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust dressing gradually while tasting to achieve desired flavor balance.

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