Grilled Halloumi Watermelon Salad
Grilled Halloumi Watermelon Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines the sweet juiciness of ripe watermelon with the salty richness of grilled halloumi cheese, nestled on a bed of mixed greens. Drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, it’s an explosion of flavors and textures that will impress your guests at any picnic or barbecue. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this salad makes for a light meal or a beautiful side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese (firm block)
- 3 cups ripe watermelon (cubed)
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula or spinach)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Slice halloumi into thick pieces (about 0.5 inch) and drizzle with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill halloumi for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Cut watermelon into bite-sized cubes while the cheese grills.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens and watermelon.
- Add grilled halloumi on top and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil before gently tossing everything together.
- Garnish with fresh mint if desired, then serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 50mg