Cherry and Herb Bulgur Salad with Golden Halloumi
Salty, delicious halloumi works wonders with this nutty grain salad and tart cherry vinaigrette.
Salad:
1 cup uncooked bulgur wheat
1 1/4 cups water
3/4 cup dark cherries, pitted and halved
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, washed, dried, and roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, washed, dried and roughly chopped
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped
1 8-ounce package halloumi cheese, sliced into 8 slices
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste
Cherry Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup dark cherries, pitted and halved
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon honey
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