Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice

Elevate Your Salad Game: Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice

When it comes to salads, sometimes it’s all about the unexpected combinations that surprise and delight your taste buds. Today, we’re diving into a refreshing and vibrant salad that’s perfect for those who love a mix of textures and flavors: Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice. This salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients, featuring a harmonious blend of peppery rocket, sweet mango, creamy avocado, chewy black wild rice, crispy fried shallots, and savory grilled halloumi cheese.

A Symphony of Flavors and Textures

What makes this salad stand out is its diverse range of textures and flavors. The peppery arugula provides a lively base, while the sweet mango and creamy avocado add a tropical twist. The chewy black wild rice offers a satisfying bite, and the crispy fried shallots bring a delightful crunch. Lastly, the grilled halloumi cheese adds a savory and smoky touch that ties everything together beautifully.

Grilling Halloumi: A Game-Changer

Grilling halloumi takes this salad to the next level. The halloumi’s salty and slightly tangy flavor intensifies when grilled, creating a perfect contrast to the sweet and tangy mango-avocado mixture. Its golden-brown crust adds a delightful crunch, making each bite a memorable experience.

Dressing: A Flavorful Finishing Touch

The dressing for this salad is a zesty blend of garlic, ginger, ground coriander, lemon juice, olive oil, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and honey. This vibrant dressing adds a burst of flavor, tying all the ingredients together and enhancing the overall taste experience.

Customize to Your Heart’s Content

One of the best things about salads is their versatility. Feel free to customize this salad based on your preferences or what’s available in your pantry. You can add additional fruits, nuts, or even swap out ingredients to create your unique version of this delightful salad.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking to shake up your salad routine and impress your taste buds, this Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice is a must-try. It’s not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrients and flavors that will leave you craving more. So, grab your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a salad that’s anything but ordinary!

Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice

Recipe by wildfoodjourneyCourse: Salads

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

4

minutes

Calorieskcal

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rocket (Arugula) washed and dried

• 1 ripe mango, peeled, pitted and diced.

• 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and mashed with a squeeze oflemon juice.

• 1 cup cooked black rice, cooled.

• 1/4 cup fried shallots

• 200g grilled halloumi cheese, cubed.

• 1/4 cup Brazil nuts roughly chopped. or a nut of choice.

• DRESSING

• 1 garlic clove, minced.

• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger.

• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

• juice from 1 lemon.

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

• salt and pepper to taste.

• 1 teaspoon honey

Directions

• Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
  Grill the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown grill marks appear. Remove from heat and set aside.
• Wash and dry the rocket (arugula) and place it in a large salad bowl.
  In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with the juice of 1 lemon until creamy. Mix the mashed avocado with the diced mango.
  Add the avocado-mango mixture, cooled black wild rice, fried shallots, grilled halloumi slices, and chopped Brazil nuts to the salad bowl.
• In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, grated ginger, ground coriander, lemon juice, olive oil, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, and honey. Whisk until well combined.
• Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
  Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients and evenly coat them with the dressing.
• Divide the salad among serving plates or bowls.
  Enjoy your Rocket, Mango, and Grilled Halloumi Salad with Black Wild Rice immediately, and savor the vibrant flavors and textures!

Notes

• When grilling halloumi, make sure your grill pan or grill is hot enough to get those beautiful grill marks. However, keep an eye on it to prevent overcooking, as halloumi can become rubbery if cooked for too long.
• Cook the black wild rice according to package instructions and let it cool completely before adding it to the salad. This helps to maintain its texture and prevents it from becoming mushy.
• The dressing is the flavor booster of this salad. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If you like it spicier, add a bit more cayenne pepper. For extra sweetness, add more honey.
• If you’re making this salad ahead of time, keep the dressing separate until you’re ready to serve. Store the salad and dressing in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 1-2 days.