Grilled Halloumi Salad with Tomatoes & Cucumbers Recipe
A fresh and vibrant Grilled Halloumi Salad featuring smoky, perfectly grilled halloumi cheese paired with crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and refreshing mint, tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. This light yet satisfying salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a stylish side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Cheese
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/4 inch slabs
Vegetables & Greens
- 3 small cucumbers, sliced into coins
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 ounces baby greens mix
Herbs & Dressing
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat or prepare an outdoor grill to medium heat, ensuring it’s hot enough to sear the halloumi.
- Prepare the Halloumi: Brush both sides of the halloumi slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking and to enhance flavor during grilling.
- Grill the Cheese: Place the halloumi slices on the grill or grill pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the cheese becomes soft and slightly melted but not fully melted through.
- Assemble the Vegetables: In a large bowl, gently toss the sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, baby greens, and chopped fresh mint to combine evenly.
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, sea salt, and ground black pepper in a small bowl until well combined, then drizzle over the salad mixture.
- Combine and Serve: Arrange the grilled halloumi on top of the dressed salad and serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm cheese and fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Halloumi browns quickly on the grill; watch carefully to avoid burning.
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- This salad is best served fresh to enjoy the texture contrast between the warm cheese and crisp veggies.
- Can be adapted with other herbs such as basil or parsley if mint is unavailable.
- Use a cast iron grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available for better grill marks and even heating.
