Halloumi with lemony lentils, chickpeas & beets
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Cooking:
15 min.
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Servings per container:
4
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Ingredients for - Halloumi with lemony lentils, chickpeas & beets

1. 200g puy lentils -
2. 2 lemons -
3. 1 red onion , finely sliced -
4. 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil -
5. 3 tbsp capers , very roughly chopped -
6. 400g can chickpeas , drained and rinsed -
7. 250g cooked beetroot , cut into matchsticks -
8. ½ small pack parsley , roughly chopped -
9. 250g pack halloumi , cut into 8 slices -

How to cook deliciously - Halloumi with lemony lentils, chickpeas & beets

1. Stage

Cook the lentils in a pan of boiling water for 20-25 mins or until just done. Meanwhile, squeeze the juice from one lemon into a bowl. Add the onion and scrunch together with a pinch of salt to pickle slightly. Set aside.

2. Stage

Finely zest the remaining lemon and set aside for the halloumi. Squeeze the juice into a jam jar or jug. Add the oil with a pinch of seasoning and the capers – shake well and set aside. When the lentils are ready, drain and tip into a large serving bowl with the chickpeas. Toss with the dressing straight away, then toss through the beets, parsley, pickled onions and their juice.

3. Stage

Heat a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the halloumi for 1-2 mins each side or until golden brown. Toss with the lemon zest, then place on top of your salad to serve.