Grilled Halloumi Appetizer Salad
Elevate your appetizer game with this Grilled Halloumi Appetizer Salad, a perfect balance of smoky, golden-brown halloumi cheese atop a bed of crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, cool cucumber slices, and sweet red onion. This vibrant salad comes together with a zesty homemade dressing featuring lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey for the perfect harmony of tangy and sweet. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for entertaining or as a refreshing summer starter. Whether you're catering to vegetarians or simply seeking a unique and flavorful dish, this grilled halloumi salad is sure to impress. Serve it warm for the ultimate fusion of textures and tastes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Halloumi cheese
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 100 grams Mixed salad greens
- 150 grams Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 0.5 Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
Slice the halloumi cheese into 1cm-thick pieces.
Brush both sides of each halloumi slice with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sticking.
Grill the halloumi slices in the preheated pan for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on top of the salad.
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh, vibrant appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
309 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.6 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 407 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 402 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
