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Citrus & Simplicity: A Minimalist Picnic Menu for Maximum Enjoyment 

Author: Mona Elkadri
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This refreshing lemonade offers a perfect balance of sweet and tart, with an aromatic hint of rosemary. The perfect pair to the Fig and Halloumi Sandwich.

Yield: 2 servings 

Ingredients: 

  • 2 large lemons, juiced 
  • 1/4 cup honey 
  • 3 cups of water 
  • 1-2 sprigs fresh rosemary (about 4-5 inches long) 
  • ice 
  • extra lemon slices and rosemary for garnish (optional) 

Instructions: 

  1. In a small pitcher, combine the lemon juice and honey and stir until the honey has dissolved and combined.
  2. Add the cold water and rosemary to the pitcher. 
  3. Let the lemonade rest in the fridge to allow the rosemary to infuse. 
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Fig, Halloumi & Turkey Sandwich

Yield: 2 servings 

Ingredients: 

  • 2 ciabatta rolls or other crusty bread 
  • 2-3 tbsp fig jam 
  • 4-6 slices halloumi cheese (about 1/4 inch thick) 
  • 1 tsp olive oil 
  • 10 slices of deli turkey breast 
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, packed 

Instructions: 

  1. Heat a small non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil. Once hot, add the halloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly softened. Remove from heat and set aside. 
  2. Carefully slice each ciabatta roll in half horizontally.  
  3. Layer the sandwich ingredients on the bread, starting with the fig jam, then spinach, turkey, and cooked halloumi. Enjoy the sandwich on its own or throw it in a panini press for extra crunch and deliciousness. 

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