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    Home » MAINS » SALADS & BOWLS

    Spicy Asparagus and Halloumi Salad

    Published: October 15, 2022 · Updated: February 6, 2023 by Ieva · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

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    One of our favourite salads features fresh lemony spinach topped with pan-fried vegetables and the king of all cheese! Yes, you guessed it! It’s Halloumi! Ready in 20 minutes, fresh and light, but equally satisfying, our Spicy Asparagus and Halloumi Salad is sure to impress!

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    • Ingredients and Substitutions
    • Method:
      • STEP 1: Toast the Pumpkin Seeds
      • STEP 2: Cook The Vegetables
      • STEP 3: Cook Halloumi Cheese
      • STEP 4: Make the Lemon Dressing
      • STEP 5: Assemble the Halloumi Salad
    • Watch How To Make It
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegetarian Salad Recipes
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    A bowlful of spicy halloumi salad with cutlery next to the bowl and a glass of water.

    Ingredients and Substitutions

    • asparagus tips: you can use whole asparagus in this recipe, but we’d recommend snapping the woody ends off, and cutting them in half both lengthways and crossways to make sure they soften in the pan.
    • red pepper: or any other colour pepper. Slice the pepper into similar thickness bits to the asparagus tips, so they cook at a similar rate.
    • halloumi: if you wish, you can use paneer. It is less salty but has a similar texture.
    • harissa: you may use any other spicy sauce, like sriracha or even tabasco. If you’re using paneer, why not try rolling your cheese in your favourite curry paste before frying.
    • pumpkin seeds: toasted walnuts, pecans or sunflower seeds will work great here too.
    • dates: try this recipe with dried cranberries or chopped dried apricots instead.
    • baby spinach: lambs lettuce, watercress or mixed baby leaf salad will work perfectly in this recipe too.
    Ingredients for the salad on a chopping board.

    Method:

    STEP 1: Toast the Pumpkin Seeds

    In a small dry frying pan, toast the pumpkin seeds, until they start to crackle and brown slightly.

    STEP 2: Cook The Vegetables

    Heat a drop of oil in a frying pan and fry the asparagus and pepper slices for 5 minutes, stirring often until softened but retain a bit of crunch.

    STEP 3: Cook Halloumi Cheese

    Cut the halloumi into 8 slices. Slather the pieces with harissa. Fry them with a drop of oil in another frying pan for 3 minutes on each side, until browned.

    STEP 4: Make the Lemon Dressing

    In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper to make a dressing.

    STEP 5: Assemble the Halloumi Salad

    Toss the spinach with half of the dressing and divide it between two bowls. Top the spinach with asparagus and peppers, then add the halloumi. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and scatter the date halves and toasted pumpkin seeds.

    Watch How To Make It

    Recipe FAQs

    What Can I Substitute Harissa With?

    Sriracha works very well in this recipe too, giving the halloumi that extra bit of spicy kick. But if you don’t enjoy spicy food, substitute harissa with some rich tomato paste or skip it altogether.

    Can I Grill Halloumi Instead?

    Absolutely! Grill, griddle, pan-fry… We think halloumi tastes amazing no matter how you cook it!

    Can This Asparagus Halloumi Salad Be Eaten Cold?

    Yes, we often make some more and enjoy leftovers for lunch at work the next day!

    Halloumi Asparagus salad on a large blue plate with brown rim on a wooden table.

    Other Vegetarian Salad Recipes

    Asparagus Halloumi Salad is sure one of our favourites, but if you are a fan of vegetarian salads, have a look at some of our other favourites below:

    • Chinese-Spiced Beetroot & Sweet Potato Salad
    • Goats’ Cheese & Sweet Potato Salad with Cranberries
    • Summary Watercress, Cucumber & Strawberry Salad

    Recipe Card

    Asparagus and spicy halloumi salad in a black bowl on a white concrete background.

    Spicy Halloumi & Asparagus Salad

    One of our favourite salads features fresh lemony spinach topped with pan-fried vegetables and the king of all cheese! Yes, you guessed it! It's Halloumi! Ready in 20 minutes, fresh and light, but equally satisfying, our Spicy Asparagus and Halloumi Salad is sure to impress!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 10 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Lunch, Main Course, Salad, Vegetarian Main
    Cuisine European
    Servings 2 portions
    Calories 615 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 100 g asparagus tips cut in half crossways
    • ½ red pepper sliced
    • 225 g halloumi
    • 2 teaspoon harissa
    • 20 g pumpkin seeds
    • 4 dates destoned and sliced
    • 70 g baby spinach

    For Dressing:

    • 1½ tablespoon olive oil
    • ½ small lemon juice only
    • ½ teaspoon honey

    Instructions
     

    • In a small dry frying pan, toast the pumpkin seeds, until they start to crackle and brown slightly.
    • Heat a drop of oil in a frying pan and fry the asparagus and pepper slices for 5 minutes, stirring often until softened but retain a bit of crunch.
    • Cut the halloumi into 8 slices. Slather the pieces with harissa. Fry them with a drop of oil in another frying pan for 3 minutes on each side, until browned.
    • In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper to make a dressing.
    • Toss the spinach with half of the dressing and divide between two bowls. Top the spinach with asparagus and peppers, then add the halloumi. Drizzle with the remaining dressing and scatter the date halves and toasted pumpkin seeds.

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    Notes

    Serve this salad warm, but any leftovers can be eaten cold the next day! 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 615kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 35gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gSodium: 1399mgPotassium: 1303mgFiber: 12gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 11132IUVitamin C: 208mgCalcium: 1138mgIron: 7mg
    Keyword Asparagus and Halloumi Salad, Asparagus Salad, Halloumi Salad, Harissa Halloumi, Spicy Halloumi Salad, Spinach Salad With Halloumi
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Farah

      October 16, 2022 at 4:25 pm

      5 stars
      I LOVE halloumi, but have never thought of pairing it with asparagus. Genius! Can’t wait to try this hearty delicious salad out.

      Reply
      • Ieva

        October 16, 2022 at 4:08 pm

        Hope you like it, Farah!

        Reply
    2. Toni

      October 27, 2022 at 1:40 pm

      5 stars
      I love that this is so easy to make, healthy, and delicious!! Such a perfect meal!

      Reply
      • Ieva

        October 27, 2022 at 3:21 pm

        Thanks, Toni! That’s how we like our weeknight meals! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Chef and Steward

      November 07, 2022 at 7:18 pm

      5 stars
      It’s great to find recipes that are great and healthy salad as a meal as a mom with a young hold and this one really hit the spot!

      Reply
      • Ieva

        November 08, 2022 at 7:07 am

        Thanks so much for the feedback! So glad you found this recipe helpful 💗

        Reply
    4. Dannii

      November 16, 2022 at 10:46 am

      5 stars
      I love halloumi in a salad. Such a great way to enjoy salad in the winter months.

      Reply

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