Grilled Peach and Halloumi Salad (Printable Version)
A hearty summer salad featuring grilled peaches, charred halloumi cheese, and crisp green beans drizzled with homemade lemon-pesto dressing.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Dressing
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1½ cup basil leaves, finely chopped
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1 garlic clove, minced
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3 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Salad
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6 ounces green beans
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3 peaches, pitted and halved
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6 ounces halloumi, sliced
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4 cups mixed greens
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½ cup pine nuts, toasted
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4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil (for grilling)
# Steps to Cook:
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In a small bowl, whisk together the basil, garlic, lemon juice, and rice vinegar. Gradually whisk in ⅓ cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the green beans and blanch for 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl of ice water to cool completely.
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Preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Brush the remaining olive oil evenly over the peaches and halloumi. Working in batches, grill the peaches and halloumi until well charred, about 3 minutes per side.
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Arrange the mixed greens on a large platter. Top with the green beans, peaches, and halloumi. Drizzle with the dressing and garnish with the pine nuts.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Blanching keeps the green beans vibrant and crisp for an appealing texture.