Description
Enjoy the savory and satisfying flavors of grilled halloumi cheese with this easy recipe. Halloumi, a semi-hard cheese with a high melting point, is perfect for grilling and pairs wonderfully with a squeeze of lemon and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 oz halloumi cheese (sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- lemon wedges for serving
Garnish:
- chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the Halloumi: Pat the halloumi slices dry with paper towels. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and season with black pepper.
- Grill the Halloumi: Place the slices on the hot grill and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden grill marks appear and the cheese is warmed through but still holds its shape.
- Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of chopped parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Halloumi does not melt when grilled, making it perfect for high-heat cooking.
- Try serving with grilled vegetables, in wraps, or over salads.
- For extra flavor, marinate the slices in olive oil, herbs, and lemon juice before grilling.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
