Mediterranean Halloumi & Sesame Pasta Salad

A deliciously quick, salty, creamy and vibrant 15 minute Mediterranean Halloumi & Sesame Salad that’s light enough for lunch, filling enough for dinner and perfect for meal prep and packing for meals on the go.

There’s a reason the Mediterranean diet has always been highly coveted as an incredible way of eating. From healthy fats and protein to colourful vegetables included in each meal. It’s a wholesome balance of nutrients.

A yummy tahini and olive oil dressing with plenty of omega 3s for bright skin and perfect for a boost of tryptophan: an amino acid helpful in creating mood elevating serotonin to keep your mind sharp. Recipe below and on the website.

Here’s what you’ll need

Serves: 2

Time: Prep: 15 Minutes | Cooking: 8 Minutes

Ingredients

Salad

1 packet Halloumi

1 red bell pepper, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, sliced then quartered

1 shallot

1/2 cup black olives, pitted and sliced

1/2 cup feta, cubed

1 tablespoon sesame seeds, roasted

2 cups raw pasta of choice

Handful mixed chopped herbs

Torn pita (optional)

Dressing

1 tablespoon good quality olive oil

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon tahini

Step One: Boil the pasta, drain and allow to cool. While pasta is cooking, slice halloumi and sear till brown on both sides. Cut into squares.

Step Two: Combine all the salad ingredients and add pasta and mix well.

Step Three: Mix all the ingredients for the dressing. Toss into salad, top with halloumi and serve.