Grilled Halloumi and Vegetable Skewers Salad
This Grilled Halloumi and Vegetable Skewers Salad is fresh, colorful, and bursting with smoky, tangy flavor—perfect for a light, satisfying meal any day.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 block halloumi cheese cut into cubes
- 1 zucchini sliced into half-moons
- 1 bell pepper cut into squares
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
- mixed greens for serving
- balsamic vinaigrette for drizzling
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- Cut halloumi cheese into cubes about one-inch pieces. Slice zucchini into half-moons, chop bell pepper into squares, wedge red onion, and halve cherry tomatoes.
Step 2: Season the Vegetables and Halloumi
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle dried oregano, and season with salt and pepper. Toss gently to coat. Separately, season halloumi cubes without overcrowding.
Step 3: Assemble the Skewers
- Thread halloumi cubes and vegetables alternately onto skewers, aiming for a colorful pattern.
Step 4: Grill the Skewers
- Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill skewers 3-4 minutes per side until halloumi is golden and vegetables have grill marks. Rotate for even cooking without burning.
Step 5: Prepare the Salad Base
- Arrange a bed of mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates.
Step 6: Assemble and Serve
- Remove halloumi and grilled vegetables from skewers and distribute over mixed greens. Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette to taste and serve immediately.
Equipment
- Grill or Grill Pan
- Large bowl
- Skewers
- Serving Platter
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Pat halloumi dry before grilling to achieve the best crust.
- Use a grill pan indoors if outdoor grilling isn’t possible.
- Don’t overcrowd skewers to ensure even cooking and char.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the finished salad for extra brightness.
