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Fattoush with Grilled Halloumi and Lemon Caper Dressing

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Fattoush

Cultural Context

Fattoush is a traditional Lebanese salad that originated in the Levant region, often made with leftover bread. It symbolizes the resourcefulness of home cooks, turning stale pita into a vibrant dish. This salad is a staple in Middle Eastern cuisine, celebrated for its refreshing flavors and colorful presentation, and has gained popularity worldwide as a healthy option.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 1/2 lb (750g) SALERNO - Halloumi Cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick pieces
1/2 cup (125mL) olive oil
1 tbsp (15mL) dried thyme
2 tsp (10mL) ground cumin
1 tsp (5mL) salt
4 round pita breads or flatbreads, 10-inch/25 cm each
3/4 cup (175mL) olive oil
1/3 cup (75mL) lemon juice
1/4 cup (60mL) drained capers
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp (5mL) Dijon mustard
1 tsp (5mL) honey
1 tsp (5mL) salt
1/2 tsp (2mL) pepper
4 heads romaine lettuce, outer leaves removed, hearts torn to yield 12 cups (3 L)
2 cups (500mL) English or Peruvian cucumbers, sliced
2 cups (500mL) cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup (250mL) radishes, thinly sliced
1/2 cup (125mL) mint leaves, torn fresh and divided
1

Preheat grill to medium-high. Stir together oil, thyme, cumin and salt; brush over both sides of cheese and pitas. Grill, turning once, for about 10 minutes or until grill marks appear on cheese and pitas are golden and crisp. Remove from grill. Break pita into 2-inch (5 cm) pieces.

2

Whisk together oil, lemon juice, capers, garlic, mustard, honey, salt and pepper until well combined. Set aside.

3

In large bowl, toss together romaine lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, radishes, and 1/4 cup (60 mL) mint leaves with dressing and toasted pita pieces to coat.

4

Divide salad among serving plates; top each salad with 2 pieces grilled Halloumi. Garnish with remaining mint.

Equipment Needed

grill

Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

gluten

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