Grilled Halloumi

Name: Grilled Halloumi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 1 lb halloumi cheese, sliced; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; to taste sea salt; to taste black pepper; 1 fresh lemon wedges; 2 tsp fresh mint leaves

Charred halloumi cheese with a melty center and crispy exterior. A Mediterranean appetizer that's quick to make and packed with smoky, salty flavor.

16 minEasyServes 4310 cal/serving

GreekAppetizerGrillVegetarian

Ingredients

1 lb halloumi cheese, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
to taste sea salt
to taste black pepper
1 fresh lemon wedges
2 tsp fresh mint leaves

Instructions

1

Slice 1 lb sliced halloumi cheese into 1/2-inch thick slabs.
2

In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, to taste sea salt, and to taste black pepper.
3

Brush both sides of 1 lb sliced halloumi cheese slices with the oil mixture.
4

Preheat a grill or grill pan to high heat (450°F).
5

Grill 1 lb sliced halloumi cheese for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown with charred marks. The cheese should soften but hold its shape.
6

Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with any remaining marinade.
7

Garnish with 2 tsp fresh mint leaves and serve immediately with 1 fresh lemon wedges.

Questions

Can I make Grilled Halloumi dairy-free?

Not cleanly. Here the dairy (1 lb halloumi cheese, sliced) is the backbone of the dish, and plant-based substitutes change both its texture and its flavor. If you need strictly dairy-free, start from the dairy-free appetizer collection instead.

How long does Grilled Halloumi keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat in a hot skillet rather than the microwave to keep the char.

Can I halve or double Grilled Halloumi?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubling on the grill just takes more surface area; keep the heat zones the same.

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