With half a package of Greek halloumi cheese in the cheese drawer and a jar of preserved lemons on hand as well, I came up with this lovely Moroccan-inspired salad. Moroccan-inspired because of the tangy preserved lemon vinaigrette that coats each piece of peppery watercress. The salty yet creamy taste of the warm halloumi cheese pairs very well with the crunchy pistachios, peppery watercress leaves and the lemony vinaigrette. The vinaigrette gets a touch of heat with the addition of crushed red pepper flakes, or even a touch of Aleppo peppers if you have them on hand.
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Watercress, Pistachio & Grilled Halloumi Salad with Preserved Lemon Vinaigrette
Ingredients:
- 4 cups watercress
- 2 Tablespoons roasted, shelled pistachios
- 4 oz. halloumi cheese, cut into ½-inch slices, grilled in a touch of olive oil for 1 minute per side over medium-high heat
- For the vinaigrette:
- 1 Tablespoon minced, preserved lemon peel
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of either crushed red pepper flakes or crushed Aleppo peppers
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons white wine or champagne vinegar
Directions:
- Toss the watercress, pistachios and grilled halloumi together. Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients together until emulsified; drizzle over the salad and serve.
Tagged: grilled halloumi, halloumi cheese, Moroccan, pistachios, preserved lemon vinaigrette, preserved lemons, roasted pistachios, Salad, watercress
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