Asparagus Halloumi And Pine Nut Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Asparagus Halloumi And Pine Nut Salad

• 1 pound asparagus
• Halloumi Cheese
• Seasoned Flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for cooking
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon, Juice Of

How to Make Asparagus Halloumi And Pine Nut Salad

1. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus and discard. Wash and set aside.
2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the asparagus and cook for 3-4 minutes, until tender-crisp.
3. Immediately transfer the asparagus to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain well and set aside to dry.
4. While the asparagus cooks, prepare the halloumi. Pat the halloumi dry with paper towels. Slice into 8 pieces.
5. Season the flour with salt and pepper. Press each halloumi slice into the seasoned flour to coat evenly.
6. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the halloumi slices and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until golden brown and slightly crispy.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. To assemble the salad, arrange the asparagus on a serving platter or individual plates.
9. Top with the warm halloumi slices.
10. Drizzle generously with the lemon-parsley dressing.
11. Sprinkle with pine nuts.
12. Serve immediately and enjoy!