Description
Experience the delightful combination of warm, grilled halloumi cheese and fresh greens with this Simple Grilled Halloumi Cheese Salad. The crispy exterior of the halloumi complements the vibrant veggies, creating a colorful and flavorful dish that’s perfect for summer barbecues or light lunches. Serve it as a stunning centerpiece at your next gathering, and watch your guests rave about its deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch thick pieces
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash mixed greens thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil.
- Grill halloumi slices for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; toss gently.
- Top salad with grilled halloumi slices and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg