Description
A refreshing and vibrant Blood Orange & Avocado Salad topped with crispy Halloumi Croutons and drizzled with a zesty Citrus Honey Dressing. This salad combines the sweetness of blood oranges, creaminess of avocado, saltiness of halloumi, and the freshness of herbs for a delightful mix of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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For the Salad
- 3 blood oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 large avocado, sliced
- 4 cups arugula or mixed greens
- 1/4 small red onion, very thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Halloumi Croutons
- 7 oz (200g) halloumi cheese, cut into small cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper
For the Citrus Honey Dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh blood orange juice (from one of the oranges)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Optional Add-Ins
- 2 tbsp toasted pistachios or almonds
- Pomegranate seeds
- Extra drizzle of honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Halloumi Croutons: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add halloumi cubes in a single layer. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Sprinkle lightly with black pepper and set aside to cool slightly.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, blood orange juice, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
- Assemble the Salad: On a large serving platter, spread arugula or mixed greens. Arrange blood orange slices and avocado slices evenly over the greens. Scatter thinly sliced red onion, mint, and parsley on top.
- Finish & Serve: Spoon warm halloumi croutons over the salad. Drizzle with citrus honey dressing. Garnish with toasted nuts or pomegranate seeds if desired. Serve immediately while the halloumi is still warm and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing, Sauteing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
