Charred Tomato + Corn Salad
By Chef Faisal – Prep Time: 20 mins – Cook Time: 5 mins – Serves 4 Ingredients For the Lime Dressing To Serve Method Lime Dressing Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth and well emulsified. For Plating Toss all the vegetables in a bowl with the lime dressing until evenly coated. Transfer to a serving plate, … <a href="https://served.mt/charred-tomato-corn-salad/">Continued</a>
Roasted asparagus salad with ricotta, dates + almonds
By Louise Sammut – Prep Time: 15 mins – Cook Time: 15 mins – Serves 4-6 Ingredients Method Preheat the oven to 200°C. Blanch the asparagus for 3 minutes, then transfer to cold water and drain. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and grated Parmesan. Roast for 13 to 15 minutes. Mix the dates, almonds and lemon zest in a … <a href="https://served.mt/roasted-asparagus-salad-with-ricotta-dates-almonds/">Continued</a>
Fennel + roasted beetroot salad
Beetroot and fennel. Earth and anise. A salad that knows exactly what it is. By Chef Faisal – Prep Time: 25 mins – Cook Time: 25 mins – Serves 1 Ingredients For the Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette For the Roasted Beetroot To Serve Method Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and emulsified. Roasted Beetroot Toss the beetroot with … <a href="https://served.mt/fennel-roasted-beetroot-salad/">Continued</a>
Zucchini salad with pecans, parmesan + mustard vinaigrette
Fresh, vibrant, and full of texture, this zucchini ribbon salad brings together crisp ribbons of zucchini, toasted pecans, salty olives, and shavings of parmesan, all tied together with a tangy mustard vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare and perfect for summer dining. By Eunice Muscat – Cook/Prep time: 30min – Serves: 2 / 4 Ingredients For the salad: 2 medium … <a href="https://served.mt/zucchini-salad-with-pecans-parmesan-mustard-vinaigrette/">Continued</a>
Foraged Sea Purslane Tapenade
For the tapenade, roughly chop the olives, sea purslane, and nettle tops into a bowl. Add the olive oil, anchovy, garlic, lentils, and lemon juice, then mix well. To serve, place the mackerel fillets skin side down on a clean stone, wooden board, or plate, and spoon over the tapenade. Eat with your hands and … <a href="https://served.mt/foraged-sea-purslane-tapenade/">Continued</a>
The New Classic
What makes this salad truly shine is its perfect balance, each ingredient harmonizes without overpowering the others. Toasted walnuts or candied pecans add a satisfying crunch, while thinly sliced red onions provide just the right touch of bite. A pinch of sea salt and a fresh grind of black pepper pull everything together, enhancing every … <a href="https://served.mt/the-new-classic/">Continued</a>
Quinoa Bowl
A vibrant, protein-packed bowl that blends fresh greens, smoky grilled chicken, and a creamy parmesan dressing—your go-to for a nourishing, flavourful meal. Cook/Prep time: 30min – Serves: 1 Ingredients For the buttermilk30ml milk1 tsp yogurt½ tsp white vinegar For the buttermilk parmesan dressing30ml prepared buttermilk1 tbsp Parmesan cheese¼ tsp sea saltPinch white pepper powderPinch dry basil leaves2 tsp … <a href="https://served.mt/quinoa-bowl/">Continued</a>
Halloumi Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Cook/Prep time: 25min – Serves: 1 Ingredients For the dressing1 tbsp honey1 tbsp mustard2 tbsp olive oil1 tbsp lemon juice½ tsp sea saltPinch of black pepper powder1 tsp dry oregano For the salad30g red lollo rosso leaves50g white cabbage, shredded50g red cabbage, shredded20g fresh orange slices50g halloumi cheese, grilled and sliced into julienne strips10g Parmesan cheese, shaved50g honey … <a href="https://served.mt/halloumi-salad-with-honey-mustard-dressing/">Continued</a>
Tomato Feta Salad with Balsamic Bliss
By Chef Faisal – Prep/cook: 10mins – Serves 1 Ingredients For the balsamic reduction100g balsamic vinegar25g white sugar20g apple cider vinegarPinch sea saltPinch black pepper powder For the balsamic dressing1 ½ tbs balsamic vinegar1 ½ tbs flour1 tbs yellow mustard pastePinch sea saltPinch black pepper powder For plating60g chunky tomato pieces60g chopped fresh tomato15g spring onion, chopped30g toasted walnuts15g … <a href="https://served.mt/tomato-feta-salad-with-balsamic-bliss/">Continued</a>
Misto Mare Salad
A perfect blend of fresh greens and seafood, brought together by a tangy mustard vinaigrette for a delightful coastal-inspired meal.
Nicoise Salad with Grilled Shrimp
By Chef Faisal – Prep/cook : 25min – Serves: 1 For the Shrimp Marinade 1/2 cup shrimp2 tbsp olive oil2 tsp yellow mustarddrizzle lemon juicepinch kosher saltpinch black pepper powder pinch chopped parsley For the Creamy Anchovy Dressing 30ml extra virgin olive oil2 tsp anchovy fish2 1/2 tsp Parmesan cheese 20g Greek yogurt1 tsp lemon juicepinch kosher saltpinch black … <a href="https://served.mt/nicoise-salad-with-grilled-shrimp/">Continued</a>
Seasoned Legume Salad
Ingredients:20g baby spinach15g arugula leaves 6 halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 a small white onion 80g iceberg lettucefew cucumber slices 15g edamame10g black beans1 cup peppercorn dressing 1 tsp parmesan cheese For the Pepper Corn Dressing 1/4 tsp crushed fresh peppercorn 1/4 tsp kosher salt1/4 tsp black pepper powder 1/2 cup Greek yoghurt 3 tbsp extra … <a href="https://served.mt/seasoned-legume-salad/">Continued</a>
In bloom
The brilliant chef behind The Wandering Kitchen pop up dinners that many enjoyed over Autumn and winter, takes a last walk in the countryside before he leaves for his travels again to pick up new tips and skills to add to his already impressive own. Nasturtiums Found in the Maltese countryside in certain areas, the … <a href="https://served.mt/in-bloom/">Continued</a>
Parsley, Wild-Rucola and Asparagus Salad
Serves 4 Prep time 20mins Ingredients 1/2 Cup Raw Hazelnuts with Skin on Bunch of Asparagus 1 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1/4 Cup Water Bunch of Wild Rocket Bunch of Parsley Method Preheat the oven to 200°c and roast the hazelnuts for 10 min. Once cooked and cooled remove the skin and gently smash … <a href="https://served.mt/parsley-wild-rocket-asparagus-salad/">Continued</a>
Grilled Octopus with Orange and Date Dressing
Serves 2 Prep time 30 mins, Cooking time 2 hours Ingredients Octopus, cleaned, whole 600g Maltese oranges, 2 each Carrot, 1 whole Onion, 1 whole Bay leaf, 3 leaves Fennel seeds, ½ tsp Green onion, 1 whole Black pepper, Pinch Dates, 5 pitted Honey, 50g Olive oil, 100ml Salt, To taste Method In a pot … <a href="https://served.mt/grilled-octopus-salad/">Continued</a>
Confit fennel on a beet and yoghurt salad
Serves 2 Prep time 1 hours Ingredients Fennel bulb, large, halved Beetroot, 2 medium Ghee, 60g Coconut sugar, 30g Salt, 3tsp Water, 350 ml Saffron, 1 pinch Greek yoghurt, 1cup Tahini, 2 tbsp Oil, 2tbsp Lemon, half, juiced Harissa, 4 tbsp Radishes, 4, sliced Method Preheat the oven to 180°C. Add the ghee, coconut sugar, … <a href="https://served.mt/confit-fennel-on-a-beet-and-yoghurt-salad/">Continued</a>
Broad bean and fennel leaf rice salad
Served Magazine’s Broad bean, fennel leaf, and almond blossom rice salad with orange-blossom water dressing Serves 4 Prep time 45 minutes Ingredients Wholegrain basmati rice, 200g Fresh/frozen broad beans, 150g, skinned and shelled Saffron, 1/2 tsp Boiled water, 2 tbsp Sugar, pinch Almond flakes, 80g Dried cranberries, 80g Fennel seeds, 1 tbsp, toasted Fennel fronds, … <a href="https://served.mt/broad-bean-and-fennel-leaf-rice-salad/">Continued</a>
Grilled Casutin set on sautéed figs – Vini E Capricci By Abraham’s
Serves 1 Prep time 40 minutes Ingredients Beppino Occelli Casutin 40g honey comb 3 fresh figs 400ml red wine 200ml Local Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 clove garlic 100g pecan nuts 2 spoons carob honey Handful of rucola or fresh green leaves Red wine vinegar Method Put the casutin cheese on the grill for 2 … <a href="https://served.mt/grilled-casutin-set-on-sauteed-figs-honey-comb-and-pecan-nuts-with-wine-vinaigrette/">Continued</a>
Roast Chickpea & Avocado Salad
Who says salads are boring? This hearty salad is the perfect protein kick for a quick meal on a busy weekday. Serves 6 Prep time 30 minutes Ingredients 150g mixed greens 1 large cucumber, diced 275g cherry tomatoes, halved 1 avocado, diced 850g chickpeas, drained and rinsed 4 tbsp olive oil, divided 2 tsp smoked … <a href="https://served.mt/roast-chickpea-avocado-salad/">Continued</a>
Charred Veg Salad
Serves 2-4 Prep time 20 minutes Ingredients 3 small carrots, peeled and halved 2 small courgettes, cut into 3 thick slices each 6 large broccoli Romanesco florets, halved 3 tomatoes, halved 1 small radicchio, cut into 6 wedges 10 basil leaves, torn 2-3 handfuls rocket Olive oil and salt Ingredients For the Honey mustard dressing … <a href="https://served.mt/charred-veg-salad-3/">Continued</a>
