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Warm Winter Vegetable Salad With Halloumi

This vibrant warm winter vegetable salad with halloumi is a wonderful way to celebrate seasonal produce. Combining the natural sweetness of roasted winter squash and red cabbage with the salty, savoury punch of grilled halloumi, it offers a satisfying balance of flavours and textures. The addition of Aleppo-style pepper and ground sumac introduces a gentle, aromatic heat and a citrusy brightness that lifts the earthy root vegetables beautifully.

Perfect as a nourishing vegetarian main or a substantial side dish, this traybake is incredibly simple to prepare. The inclusion of torn pita bread adds a delightful crunch, acting as homemade croutons that soak up the spiced oils. Serve this wholesome dish warm from the oven, topped with fresh mint for a healthy, comforting meal that is as visually stunning as it is delicious.

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Ingredients for Warm Winter Vegetable Salad With Halloumi

  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon Aleppo-style pepper

  • 1/2 small head of red cabbage (about 275g ), cut into 1" pieces

  • 1 medium red onion, cut into 8 wedges through root end

  • 675g winter squash, preferably delicata, halved, seeds removed, sliced crosswise 1/2" thick

  • 1 large pita bread, split into 2 layers, cut or torn into 1 1/2"–2" pieces

  • 230g Halloumi cheese, cut into 1" pieces

  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground sumac

  • Mint springs (for serving)

Preheat oven to 218°C. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with 1 tablespoon oil. Mix garlic, salt, Aleppo-style pepper, and 3 tablespoons oil in a large bowl. Add cabbage, onion, and squash and toss to coat. Spread out on prepared baking sheet (keep bowl handy) and roast until squash is browned underneath, 25–30 minutes.

Toss pita, Halloumi, and remaining 1 tablespoon oil in reserved bowl. Scatter over vegetables, then turn vegetables over with a large spatula. Roast until squash is fork-tender and cabbage, onion, pita, and Halloumi are browned in spots (cheese should be soft inside), 15–20 minutes. Remove from oven and drizzle with vinegar. Top with sumac and mint.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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