Caesar salad with grilled halloumi
A Sunny Play of Textures
The secret to this dish lies in contrast. Halloumi, perfectly grilled, develops a golden and crispy crust, concealing a delicious and juicy core. It's a flavorful vegetarian alternative that truly enhances the greens.
The Finishing Touch
To highlight this grilled cheese even further, we rely on a distinctive olive oil and fragrant spices. The result? A salad rich in flavors, light yet satisfying, perfect for enjoying the first rays of sunshine.
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Ingredients
From Oliviers & Co
Oleum Hispania Summer Oil – extra virgin olive oil 🇪🇸
Freshly pressed olives and thyme
ELDERBERRY AND MENTON LEMON VINEGAR
salt and herb mix for pasta and salads
4 heads of lettuce
250g halloumi
40g Parmesan shavings
150g stale white bread without crust
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon mustard
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
2 anchovy fillets in oil
Flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Cut the bread into cubes and place them in a bowl.
Finely chop the garlic, add it to the croutons, and add 2 pinches of salt and herb mix. Pour in 2 tablespoons of parsley-infused olive oil and mix well to coat all the cubes.
Spread the cubes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave them in the oven for about ten minutes, stirring occasionally. Once beautifully golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool.
Cut, wash, and dry the lettuce. In a bowl, combine the egg yolk, chopped anchovies, and mustard, and whisk thoroughly. Gradually add the summer oil, whisking to emulsify. Add the Greek yogurt, season with pepper, and add the elderberry and lemon vinegar.
Slice the halloumi. In a hot pan, quickly toast the pine nuts and set aside. Then, grill the halloumi slices until nicely browned on both sides.
Serve the salad in deep plates, drizzled with a little parsley-infused aromatic oil. Add the grilled halloumi, pine nuts, croutons, and Parmesan shavings.
Drizzle with the sauce, a little more parsley-infused aromatic oil, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
Bon appétit!