Description
A vibrant Greek salad featuring juicy grilled halloumi cheese and fresh tomatoes, combined with crisp vegetables, Kalamata olives, and a tangy dressing of olive oil and red wine vinegar. Perfect for a light meal or a refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 20 grape or cherry tomatoes (or to taste)
- 1/2 small purple onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper (1/2 red and 1/2 green), chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, peeled and chopped
- Kalamata olives, to taste
Grilled Halloumi
- 1 brick halloumi cheese (approx. 8 ounces), cut into 1″ x 3″ chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or more to taste), for brushing
Dressings & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Generous sprinkle of dried oregano
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 10 minutes to prevent splintering during grilling. Four skewers are recommended for this recipe.
- Prepare Halloumi: Cut the halloumi cheese into large chunks of about 1″ x 3″ to prevent crumbling during grilling.
- Chop Vegetables: Chop the purple onion, cucumber, and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium to large salad bowl. Add Kalamata olives to the bowl.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the grape or cherry tomatoes onto separate skewers and the halloumi chunks onto their own skewers.
- Brush and Grill: Lightly brush the tomato and halloumi skewers with olive oil. Grill over medium heat—grill the halloumi for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden and slightly charred, and grill the tomatoes slightly longer until tender and blistered.
- Combine and Dress: Remove the grilled cheese and tomatoes from the skewers and add them to the salad bowl. Add olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and a generous sprinkle of dried oregano. Toss well until everything is evenly coated. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers prevents them from burning during grilling.
- Cut halloumi larger to avoid it crumbling on the grill.
- Adjust olive oil quantity based on taste preference and moisture of the salad.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the texture contrast between warm grilled cheese and fresh vegetables.
