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Halloumi Lentil Fattoush Salad with Tomato Vinaigrette
Serves 4
Fattoush is the Middle Eastern answer to panzanella bread salad. Crispy pita; grilled, tender zucchini; velvety cheese; earthy lentils; lively herbs; and a vibrant tomato dressing come together in a composed salad that’s jumpy with attention grabbers. If halloumi is not available, some torn fresh mozzarella would be a good stand-in (just don’t try grilling it). Those who are watching their sodium intake can make the salad without olives.
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Ingredients
- 3/4 cup (180 mL) green or black lentils
- 8 oz (225 g) package halloumi cheese
- 2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise
- 1 tsp + 3 Tbsp (5 mL + 45 mL) extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 tsp (40 mL) za’atar
- 2 large pitas
- 1 large tomato
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) red wine vinegar
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped shallot
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) black pepper
- 1 head romaine lettuce
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) sliced mint
- 1 cup (250 mL) sliced parsley
- 1 cup (250 mL) sliced radish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/3 cup (80 mL) sliced Kalamata olives (optional)
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories 585
- protein 32g
-
fat
28g
- saturated fat 12g
- trans fat 0g
-
carbohydrates
56g
- sugars 9g
- fibre 24g
- sodium 751mg
