Halloumi & Pomegranate Couscous Salad with Mint Yogurt Dressing

Fresh, colourful, and full of Mediterranean flavour, Halloumi & Pomegranate Couscous Salad with Mint Yogurt Dressing is a perfect balance of texture and taste. The salty richness of grilled halloumi contrasts beautifully with sweet bursts of pomegranate, while fluffy couscous absorbs all the vibrant flavours of herbs and dressing.

Halloumi & Pomegranate Couscous Salad – Affordable and Easy.

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Author: clare recipe

Ingredients

For the Couscous Base:

1 cup pearl couscous (israeli couscous)

1 1/4 cups vegetable broth

1/2 cup cucumber, finely diced

1/4 cup red onion, minced

1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

For the Grilled Halloumi:

8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2 inch thick rectangles

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp dried oregano

For the Mint Yogurt Dressing:

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

2 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 clove garlic, grated

1 tsp honey

For Garnish (optional):

1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Fresh mint leaves

Instructions

Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a small saucepan and add pearl couscous.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes or until liquid is absorbed; fluff with a fork and let cool.

In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous with diced cucumber, red onion, and pomegranate seeds.

Whisk together Greek yogurt, chopped mint, lemon juice, grated garlic, and honey in a small bowl until smooth.

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.

Season halloumi slices with oregano and grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy.

Toss the couscous mixture with half of the mint yogurt dressing.

Divide the salad into bowls and top with the warm grilled halloumi slices.

Drizzle the remaining dressing over the cheese and garnish with pine nuts and fresh mint.

This salad works wonderfully as a light lunch, a satisfying vegetarian dinner, or a stunning side dish for gatherings. Moreover, it comes together quickly, making it ideal when you want something wholesome without spending hours in the kitchen.

The creamy mint yogurt dressing adds freshness and brightness, tying every ingredient together into one refreshing, satisfying dish.

Ingredients

For the Couscous Salad

1 cup couscous
1 cup hot vegetable stock or hot water
200 g halloumi cheese, sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup pomegranate seeds
1 small cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, finely sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Mint Yogurt Dressing

3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 small garlic clove, grated
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-Ins

Toasted almonds or pine nuts
Baby spinach or rocket leaves
Avocado slices
Roasted chickpeas for extra protein

Kitchen Equipment

Medium bowl for couscous
Frying pan or grill pan
Small bowl for dressing
Large serving bowl