Watermelon, halloumi, and mint. The simple taste of Cypriot summer.

There are some combinations that might seem unusual at first glance, but once you try them, they turn out to be perfect. Sweet, cold watermelon, salty halloumi, and fresh mint create a simple salad that's perfect for the Cypriot heat.

No complicated ingredients or lengthy preparation required. It's perfect for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a summer side dish. Gosia shows you how to prepare it in just a few moments.

Three ingredients that go perfectly together

The base is well-chilled watermelon. Its sweetness and high juice content contrast well with the salty flavor of halloumi. Fresh mint complements the salad, giving it a distinctive, summery freshness.

Halloumi can be added straight after slicing or briefly heated in a pan or on the grill. The contrast in temperature makes the salad even more interesting when served with warm cheese.

See how to prepare it

To prepare you need:

• watermelon,
• halloumi cheese,
• fresh mint.

Cut the watermelon into manageable pieces. Slice the halloumi as well, and if you'd like to serve it warm, briefly grill or sauté it. Finally, add fresh mint leaves and gently combine everything.

There's no need for many additions. The most important thing is the three main ingredients and their contrast: sweet watermelon, salty halloumi, and aromatic mint.

For a hot day in Cyprus

This is one of those dishes that tastes best when well chilled and served immediately after preparation. It works well as a light snack on its own or as an addition to a barbecue or a larger summer meal.

And above all, it shows that with products that are easily available in Cyprus, you can prepare something simple and really good in just a few minutes.

Sources: CYPRNews own material.