Description
This refreshing summer salad combines the salty goodness of grilled halloumi cheese with crisp cucumbers and a light dressing, perfect for warm weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (mint or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Brush the halloumi slices with olive oil and grill for about 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and grill marks appear.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Once the halloumi is done grilling, remove it from the heat and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Top the salad with the grilled halloumi and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your summer salad!
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or avocado for extra flavor.
- This salad can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
Keywords: Grilled Halloumi, Cucumber Salad, Summer Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Mediterranean Recipe