Beetroot, grilled lamb & haloumi salad

25 min
for 6 people
NZ Herald

Salad

1 ½ kgsBeetroot, peeled and diced (Main)
1Olive oil
2 tspDried mint
350 gLamb rumps (Main)
250 gHaloumi cheese
2 handfulsRocket
1 to tasteSalt & freshly ground pepper
1Red onion, sliced into rings

Dressing

60 mlRaspberry vinegar
30 mlSherry vinegar
40 mlOlive oil

Directions

  1. Put the beetroot in a roasting dish and add a little oil. Using your hands, toss the beetroot in the oil to ensure it is well coated and place in the oven
  2. Preheated to 180 degC. Bake for 15-20 minutes until just cooked.
  3. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool. Meanwhile, rub a little oil and the dried mint into the lamb and cook on a preheated grill plate for 3-4 minutes on each side until cooked through. It should still be pink in the centre. Allow to cool.
  4. Sear the haloumi slices on both sides in a preheated grill pan. Whisk all the dressing ingredients together until combined.
  5. To serve, put all the ingredients in a bowl and add the dressing. Toss gently to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper.