Emma’s Warmed Halloumi with Avocado, Chickpeas and Greens

Emma Ellice-Flint’s Warmed Halloumi with Avocado, Chickpeas and Greens 

This is a lovely warm salad packed with ingredients that are beneficial for your body and mind. These include phytonutrients – plant chemicals that can enhance immunity and contain antioxidants; and prebiotics – which support the growth of helpful bacteria in your gut.

Serves 2

Ingredients:

• 1 avocado, peeled and de-stoned (90g flesh)
• 4 tbsp (80g) cooked chickpeas
• 2 large spring onions (50g), chopped
• 8-10 (140g) cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 handfuls of chopped green leafy vegetables, such as British seasonal greens, or kale, cavolo nero or chard
• 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 180g halloumi, sliced

Method:

1. Using a fork, smash up the avocado and chickpeas, then add a pinch of salt and pepper. Pop onto the serving plates. 
2. On medium heat, add the oil, tomatoes, spring onions and greens to a frying pan. Cook for a few minutes to wilt the greens. 
3. Top the avocado with the tomato and greens mixture. 
4. In the same pan, on medium heat, then add the halloumi to warm and soften for a minute or two either side. 
5. Pop on top of the avocado mixture and serve while hot. 
   

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