Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing
This salad balances salty, golden-seared halloumi with a hearty mix of black, kidney, and white beans for a satisfying bite. A tangy-sweet pomegranate and harissa dressing adds gentle heat and brightness, lifted by fresh mint and cilantro. Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing is perfect for a light lunch, a picnic side, or a vibrant dinner starter.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 56 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy Density
- 71 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 77
- Metabolic
- 26
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat a large nonstick pan over medium-high. Cook each halloumi slab on all four sides for about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly; cut into 1/4-inch cubes.
- 2
While the cheese cooks, whisk the pomegranate vinegar, honey, harissa, olive oil, and black pepper in a dressing jar. Set aside.
- 3
Combine the black beans, kidney beans, white beans, onion, mint, and cilantro in a bowl and toss with a spoon. Add the cooked halloumi. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss to coat. Cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
- Calories 177.8 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 8.55 g Moderate 17%
- Carbohydrate 13.14 g 5%
- Total Fat 10.93 g Moderate 14%
- Saturated Fat 4.65 g High 23%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 24.81 mg Moderate 8%
- Sodium 420.17 mg Moderate 18%
- Dietary Fiber 3.23 g Moderate 12%
- Total Sugars 2.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 202.71 mg Moderate 16%
- Iron 0.99 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 107.95 mg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin A 8.66 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.88 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Halloumi and Three Bean Salad with Pomegranate Harissa Dressing is a Greek dinner recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Black Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, and Fresh Mint. Each serving provides about 177.8 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing?
- It is a Greek salad recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Black Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Mint, Halloumi Cheese. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing?
- Explore these Greek side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 177.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing healthy?
- Halloumi and Three-Bean Salad with Pomegranate-Harissa Dressing has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 177.8 calories and 8.55 g of protein, or 17% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 420.17 mg (18% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.65 g (23% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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