Beetroot, lentil & mint salad with fried halloumi

Step by Step

Step 1

Heat 4 tbsp oil in a saucepan over a medium heat, add the onion and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring from time to time. Stir in the garlic and cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the thyme and 1 tbsp water, then add the lentils, mirin, tamari and miso. Stir to combine, then cook on a medium-low heat for about 4 minutes until the lentils have heated through and are piping hot. Stir in the beetroot, then remove from the heat and set aside to cool.

Step 2

Meanwhile, put all the ingredients for the dressing in a jar and shake or stir to combine. Pour over the lentil mixture once cooled.

Step 3

Just before serving, in a nonstick frying pan or griddle, fry the halloumi in 1 tsp oil for 4-5 minutes, turning, until golden brown. Chop most of the mint leaves and stir through the lentil salad. Transfer to a serving platter and top with the halloumi and reserved mint leaves.