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Tahini Pasta Salad with Halloumi

Delicious Tahini Pasta Salad with Halloumi for a Fresh Feast

A vibrant and refreshing Tahini Pasta Salad with Halloumi that’s quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 0.25 cups extra-virgin olive oil Adds richness
  • 0.25 cups tahini Provides creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh juice is best
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Use a microplane
  • 1 tablespoon honey Adds sweetness
  • 1 clove garlic Minced
  • kosher salt To taste
Salad
  • 8 ounces fusilli pasta Any short pasta shape can be used
  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese Grilled until golden
  • 1 cups snap peas Trimmed
  • 2 cups arugula Provides peppery flavor
  • 1 cups radishes Optional, for crunch
  • 0.5 cups mint Fresh, for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill Pan
  • large pot

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Add the honey, minced garlic, and salt; blend until creamy.
  2. In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the fusilli pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Allow to cool.
  3. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush with olive oil and grill the halloumi slices for 5 minutes on each side until golden.
  4. In the bowl with dressing, add the cooled pasta, snap peas, arugula, and sliced radishes. Toss gently to combine.
  5. Mix in the grilled halloumi pieces. Top with extra lemon zest and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Make this salad up to 3 days in advance, but add radishes fresh before serving for the best texture.

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