Description
Fresh, tangy, and just the right amount of sweet, this Halloumi & Cranberry Butter Beans Salad with Mint-Lemon Dressing is the kind of quick meal you’ll crave again and again. The crispy, golden halloumi brings a salty punch, the cranberries add a pop of sweetness, and the creamy butter beans keep you feeling full without weighing you down. Tossed in a zesty mint-lemon dressing, it’s bright, colorful, and ready in just 20 minutes—perfect for lazy lunches or light dinners.
Ingredients
- 200g halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 can (400g) butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
Grill the halloumi slices until golden brown on both sides, about 2–3 minutes per side. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine butter beans, dried cranberries, and chopped mint.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well coated.
Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on top and serve immediately.
Notes
Want extra crunch? Toss in a handful of toasted almonds or pumpkin seeds.
Fresh herbs make this salad pop—basil or parsley also work beautifully.
For a vegan version, swap the halloumi with grilled tofu.
Best served fresh, but you can prep the beans and dressing ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Pan-grilled
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg