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All Seasons Orzo, Halloumi And Olive Salad

Modified: Jan 10, 2024 · Published: Sep 18, 2018 · by Ramona

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This orzo halloumi and olives delicious and refreshing salad is one on those light salads that despite looking more of a summery meal can be made all year round and always feel really good and fresh a lighter option, of course.

We have been into eating orzo quite a bit lately, especially the kids, they just love it. Must be its cuteness - a pasta that resembles rice grains that tastes really good. I am not sure you use orzo in your cooking but we prefer it especially in pasta salads as it is just there to make the dish more delish and it doesn’t feel like you are having much pasta.

A nice pasta dish is a nice pasta dish and I do not even care that much how my clothes look on me after all, haha.

Who likes olives?

We do, we definitely do love olives. They are another ingredient that we could not really live without and my fridge is never short of. Olives are nice stuff, they are simply delicious adding that little saltiness to any dish, gorgeous little things.

If you love olives you can try this organic red quinoa and feta salad recipe.

Are you a texture person?

There are quite a few textures in this dish and if you like textures, this pasta dish is definitely for you. Texture and all the different flavours given by the halloumi cheese combined with the rocket salad, olives and pomegranate seeds - the latter adding a sweet crunch to this salad making it even more wonderful and nutritious.

If you would like another halloumi recipe you could try this halloumi quiche.

What vinaigrette to use in this salad?

I’m normally not much into vinaigrettes and sauces but this salad does ask for a little drizzle of a nice and simple vinaigrette and here you can choose your favourite one. I have used a classic olive oil, lemon, sesame seeds and dry herbs but get adventurous and use whatever one you like.

Serving suggestions and alternatives

Here you have a refreshing, light that's fit for everyone in any season.

Orzo can be replaced by a gluten-free pasta to make it a suitable option for those that are gluten intolerant.

I have to say that I do not always fancy olive oil so my other option which I absolutely love is walnut or avocado oil.

I sometimes replace olives with fresh figs and walnuts that were slightly toasted. It’s simply delish.

Enjoy lovelies!

Here’s the recipe folks, ready in a jiffy.

All seasons orzo, halloumi and olive salad

A delightfully light pasta salad made with halloumi cheese, orzo olives and rocket salad dressed with a simple vinaigrette. So, so delicious.
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish, Starter
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Ramona's Cuisine
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 560kcal
Author: Ramona Sebastian

Ingredients

For the salad:

  • 240 g orzo
  • 200 g halloumi cheese
  • 100 g rocket salad
  • 120 g pomegranate seeds
  • 12 olives
  • 1 carrot shredded
  • ¼ cabbage shredded (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon rind
  • 10 springs fresh parsley

For the Vinaigrette:

  • 1 lemon the juice
  • 2 teaspoon sesame seeds lightly toasted
  • 3-4 tablespoon cold pressed olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Italian dry herbs oregano, basil
Metric - US Imperial

Instructions

  • Firstly let’s start by boiling the orzo. Place the pasta into a saucepan with plenty of boiling water and salt. Boil for 7 minutes stirring occasionally. When pasta is cooked drain, rinse with cold water and mix in well a drizzle of olive oil. This really helps with keeping the pasta away from sticking.
  • While pasta is cooking, grill or pan fry the halloumi cheese until nice, gooey and slightly golden brown.
  • Chop the parsley, olives and de-seed ½ pomegranate. Grate or spiralize the carrot, shred the cabbage. Place all in a bowl keeping a handful of pomegranate seeds and a good pinch of chopped parsley aside for scattering on top of the salad before serving.
  • Place all vinaigrette ingredients in a jar, close the lid and give it all a good shake. Vinaigrette is ready!
  • Add the boiled and slightly cooled orzo to the bowl with olives and parsley, give it a good old mix, add the halloumi cheese and serve on a bed of rocket salad.
  • Drizzle the vinaigrette over, scatter the pomegranate seeds, the chopped parsley and ENJOY!

Notes

 
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Nutrition

Calories: 560kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3476IU | Vitamin C: 47mg | Calcium: 630mg | Iron: 3mg
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Comments

  1. carl says

    October 18, 2018 at 12:47 pm

    5 stars
    This looks amazing. A great, healthy, and easy breakfast.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      October 19, 2018 at 5:40 am

      Thank you soo much Carl, it can definitely make a great breakfast too!

      Reply
  2. Beth says

    September 21, 2018 at 9:45 am

    5 stars
    That is such a beautiful salad! I love how colorful it is! Sounds like a wonderful flavor combination, as well!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      September 21, 2018 at 10:50 am

      Hi Beth,
      Thank you, oh yes, it is simply a wonderfully simple and flavour packed salad.Thanks lovely! xo

      Reply
  3. Lathiya says

    September 21, 2018 at 8:46 am

    5 stars
    The salad looks wholesome and delicious...with the pomegranate and veggies it gives nice crunch

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      September 21, 2018 at 10:38 am

      Thank you Lathiya,
      I always love a touch a fruit into my salads - the issue is that my kids, although they are a huge fruits funs, they always say they want to eat them separately but I am ‘allowed’ pomegranate ha ha , I need to obey you see...;-)

      Reply
  4. Geetha Priyanka says

    September 21, 2018 at 7:57 am

    5 stars
    How colourful and delicious this salad looks. Wish I could grab a bowl!!!! Your clicks are absolutely stunning....

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      September 21, 2018 at 10:34 am

      Thank you soo much Geetha, I really apreciate your feedback - you are super kind 😉

      Reply
  5. Amanda says

    September 20, 2018 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    LOVE halloumi! This looks like such a fresh, simple recipe!

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      September 21, 2018 at 10:31 am

      Thank you Amanda, it really is a beautifully simple refreshing recipe, absolutely delish.

      Reply
  6. Caroline says

    September 19, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    5 stars
    I'm a big fan of both orzo and halloumi. This looks and sounds tasty with all the additions, I can see that dressing going so well.

    Reply
    • Ramona says

      September 21, 2018 at 10:30 am

      Thank you Caroline,
      Same here - halloumi and orzo are two ingredients that are always found in my kitchen 😉

      Reply
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