Description
Grilled Halloumi and Tomato Salad is a delightful, refreshing dish that brings the essence of summer to your plate. This vibrant salad features warm, slightly crispy halloumi cheese paired with juicy, sun-ripened tomatoes and aromatic fresh basil. Drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, every bite bursts with flavor. Perfect for a light lunch or as an impressive side dish at barbecues, this simple recipe is sure to be a hit.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz halloumi cheese
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Slice halloumi into thick pieces (about ? inch) and chop tomatoes into bite-sized chunks. Sprinkle tomatoes with salt and set aside.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled halloumi, chopped tomatoes, and torn basil leaves.
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture; gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately on plates or in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 298
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg