Grilled Peach Salad with Vegan Halloumi and Dukkah
A vibrant summer salad featuring caramelized grilled peaches, crispy seared tofu halloumi, and aromatic dukkah spice blend. The tangy lemon-Dijon dressing and fresh herbs create a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in this completely plant-based dish.
Allergens:soy, tree nuts (in dukkah), sesame (in dukkah)
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Course: Salad
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Tags: summer, grilled, fresh, Mediterranean, protein-rich, quick, easy
Nutritional Values
High in plant-based protein from tofu, rich in vitamins A and C from peaches and rocket, contains healthy fats from olive oil and dukkah nuts, and provides antioxidants from fresh herbs and spices
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Ingredients
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Grilled Peach Salad with Vegan Halloumi and Dukkah A vibrant summer salad featuring caramelized grilled peaches, crispy seared tofu halloumi, and aromatic dukkah spice blend. The tangy lemon-Dijon dressing and fresh herbs create a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors in this completely plant-based dish. Ingredients [ ] 400g firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1cm slices [ ] 2 tbsp nutritional yeast [ ] 1 tbsp cornstarch [ ] 2 tbsp lemon juice, divided [ ] 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted [ ] 100g rocket (arugula) [ ] 15g fresh mint leaves, torn [ ] 2 tbsp dukkah (Egyptian nut and spice blend) [ ] 1 green chile, thinly sliced [ ] 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided [ ] 1 tbsp Dijon mustard [ ] 1 tbsp maple syrup [ ] Sea salt and black pepper to taste Instructions [ ] 1. Press the tofu between paper towels to remove excess moisture, then cut into 1cm thick slices. [ ] 2. In a shallow dish, whisk together the nutritional yeast, cornstarch, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Coat the tofu slices in the mixture, ensuring all sides are covered. [ ] 3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the coated tofu slices and sear for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and set aside. [ ] 4. In the same pan, place the peach halves cut-side down and grill for 2–3 minutes until caramelized with grill marks. Remove and cut each half into wedges. [ ] 5. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, and salt and pepper to taste to make the dressing. [ ] 6. Arrange the rocket on a large serving platter. Top with the grilled peach wedges and torn mint leaves. [ ] 7. Break the seared tofu halloumi into pieces and scatter over the salad. [ ] 8. Drizzle the lemon-Dijon dressing over everything, then sprinkle with dukkah and sliced green chile. Serve immediately while the tofu and peaches are still warm. https://www.cuisinesavvy.com/recipe/grilled-peach-salad-with-vegan-halloumi-and-dukkah
External Recipes
- Grilled Peach Salad with Vegan Halloumi and Dukkah (Health Score: 76)
HealthScore: 85
HealthScore 85/100, model-migration calibration v2 from raw rubric score 67/100: whole-food plant-based quality 60/70; fibre and macronutrient quality 20/30; deductions: added oils -8, refined starches sugars -3, sodium -2. Whole-plant categories identified: Beans & Legumes (tofu), Fruits (peaches), Leafy Greens (rocket/arugula), Nuts & Seeds (dukkah), Herbs & Spices (mint, chile, black pepper).