Halloumi Blood Orange Fattoush (Printable Version)

Golden halloumi, blood oranges, and crispy croutons over fresh greens with tangy sumac dressing

# What You Need:

→ Salad Base

01 - 7 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
02 - 2 blood oranges, peeled and sliced into rounds
03 - 7 oz mixed salad greens (romaine, arugula, parsley, mint)
04 - 1/2 cucumber, sliced
05 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
07 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

→ Croutons

08 - 2 thick slices sourdough bread, cut into cubes
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Dressing

11 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon ground sumac
15 - 1 teaspoon pomegranate molasses
16 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
17 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For Frying

18 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss sourdough cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of sea salt. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp, turning once. Remove and set aside.
02 - In a small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, ground sumac, pomegranate molasses, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until emulsified and set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add halloumi slices and fry 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
04 - In a large salad bowl, combine mixed salad greens, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, radish, and red onion.
05 - Add blood orange slices, warm halloumi, and crispy sourdough croutons to the greens mixture.
06 - Drizzle the sumac vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately while the halloumi is still warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Visual Appeal: The deep crimson of blood oranges against the fresh greens and golden cheese makes for a restaurant-quality presentation.
  • Complex Flavors: A perfect harmony of salty, citrusy, earthy, and sweet notes in every bite.
  • Satisfying Texture: Features a delightful contrast between the soft, warm halloumi and the sharp crunch of sourdough croutons.
02 -
  • Herb Freshness: Use a generous amount of fresh parsley and mint to provide the characteristic aromatic lift found in Levantine salads.
  • Sourdough Quality: A crusty, rustic sourdough bread works best for the croutons, as it absorbs the dressing without becoming soggy.
  • Sumac Choice: Look for high-quality, bright red sumac for the best tangy flavor profile.
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