Haloumi, Orange, and Spinach Salad
Ingredients
- 200g haloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 100g baby spinach leaves
- 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 50g walnuts, toasted and roughly chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons The Australian Vinegar Co. White Wine Vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Method
Step 1:
In a small bowl, whisk together The Australian Vinegar Co. White Wine Vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Step 2:
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the sliced haloumi and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 3:
In a large salad bowl, combine the baby spinach leaves, orange segments, thinly sliced red onion, toasted walnuts, and chopped mint leaves.
Step 4:
Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 5:
Arrange the golden brown haloumi slices on top of the salad.
Step 6:
Season with salt and pepper to taste.