Hello, wonderful readers! Al here, welcoming you back to another delicious adventure in the kitchen. Today, I’ve got a recipe that will whisk you away to the sunny shores of Greece every time you take a bite. We’re talking about Honey-Glazed Grilled Halloumi with Lemon and Fresh Herb Salad—a perfect blend of sweet and savory that you’ll want to make again and again.
A bit about how this dish came to be in our kitchen. My wife and I recently visited a Greek restaurant and fell head over heels for their grilled halloumi. The salty and creamy goodness of that cheese was simply irresistible. When we returned home, I knew I had to recreate that memorable experience for my family.
What’s so great about this recipe? Well, it’s incredibly versatile. It makes a fantastic light lunch or a stunning starter for dinner. Plus, it’s one of those dishes that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen, so it’s perfect for a midweek meal when you crave something special but don’t have all day to prepare.
The star of this dish is, of course, the halloumi. If you’ve never tried it before, you’re in for a treat. Halloumi is a semi-hard cheese known for its high melting point, making it ideal for grilling. When cooked, it develops a deliciously crispy exterior while remaining soft and chewy inside. Paired with a honey-lemon glaze, it’s elevated to new culinary heights.
Alongside the halloumi, this salad is vibrant and fresh, packed with mixed greens, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the aromatic punch of fresh mint and dill. Drizzled with a bit of olive oil and seasoned to perfection, it’s the kind of salad that could easily stand on its own—but why would it when it gets to cozy up to that glorious grilled cheese?
So, let’s dive into the recipe, shall we? Fire up your grill and get ready to transport your taste buds to a Greek taverna. Trust me, your family will thank you.
***Ingredients***:
– 250g halloumi cheese, sliced into 1cm thick pieces
– 3 tbsp honey
– 1 lemon, zest and juice
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 100g mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, and watercress)
– 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
– 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– Fresh mint leaves, a handful
– Fresh dill, a handful
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
***Method***:
1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Brush the halloumi slices with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
3. Grill the halloumi slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey has melted and the mixture is well combined, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mint leaves, and dill.
6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salad, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
7. Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on top of the salad.
8. Drizzle the honey-lemon glaze over the halloumi and salad.
9. Serve immediately.
How easy is that? I’m sure once you’ve tried it, this Honey-Glazed Grilled Halloumi with Lemon and Fresh Herb Salad will become a staple on your summer table. The flavors are simple yet sophisticated, a harmonious mix that dances on your palate with every bite.
Give it a go and let me know how it turns out in the comments below! Happy cooking, and see you next time with more culinary delights.
Cheers,
Al
Ingredients
– 250g halloumi cheese, sliced into 1cm thick pieces
– 3 tbsp honey
– 1 lemon, zest and juice
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 100g mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, and watercress)
– 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
– 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
– Fresh mint leaves, a handful
– Fresh dill, a handful
– Salt, to taste
– Black pepper, to taste
Method
1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Brush the halloumi slices with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking.
3. Grill the halloumi slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey has melted and the mixture is well combined, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
5. In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, mint leaves, and dill.
6. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salad, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Toss to combine.
7. Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on top of the salad.
8. Drizzle the honey-lemon glaze over the halloumi and salad.
9. Serve immediately.
