Name: Seared Halloumi Cheese and Nectarine Salad
Yield: 4–6 servings
Ingredients: 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice; 1 Tbsp. pomegranate molasses; 1 tsp. sumac; ¼ cup plus 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; ½ tsp. Diamond Crystal or ¼ tsp. Morton kosher salt, plus more; 1 8–10-oz. package Halloumi cheese, sliced ½" thick, halved; 3 ripe medium nectarines, cut into ½"-thick wedges; 1 small red onion, thinly sliced; 4 red radishes, trimmed, quartered; ½ cup coarsely chopped parsley; ½ cup mint leaves

Seared Halloumi Cheese and Nectarine Salad on Plate

Photograph by Heami Lee, Food Styling by Thu Buser, Prop Styling by JoJo Li

Everyone knows a good salad is all in the vinaigrette, and don’t get me wrong, this one’s great; but here, it’s all about the flavor and textural contrast between the salty, seared Halloumi cheese and sweet, juicy nectarines. The fattoush-inspired dressing features pomegranate molasses and sumac for a bright yet earthy flavor that complements the fresh herbs, crunchy radishes, and slightly spicy red onions. —Zaynab Issa

What you’ll need

Citrus Juicer
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Whisk
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Cast Iron Skillet
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