Grilled Halloumi Cheese Steak (Printable Version)

Golden grilled halloumi steaks with vibrant vegetables, ready in 25 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into ½ inch thick steaks

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 small zucchini, sliced into rounds
05 - 1 small red onion, sliced into wedges
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Marinade & Dressing

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - 1 tsp dried oregano
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
13 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
02 - In a large bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion; toss to coat.
03 - Grill the vegetables for 3–5 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred. Remove and set aside.
04 - Place the halloumi slices on the grill. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and grill-marked.
05 - Arrange the grilled halloumi steaks on a serving platter. Top with the grilled vegetables and scatter cherry tomatoes over the top.
06 - Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The way halloumi holds its shape on the grill while developing a golden crust feels almost magical
  • You get that satisfying steakhouse experience without needing any meat at all
  • The entire dish comes together in under 30 minutes but looks like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Do not try to grill halloumi that has been sitting in the marinade, it will become overly salty and the texture gets weird
  • The vegetables should be removed from the grill while they still have a bit of crunch, they will continue cooking slightly as they rest
  • Halloumi can go from perfectly golden to rubbery in seconds, so keep a close eye on it once it hits the heat
03 -
  • Pat the halloumi dry with paper towels before grilling to help it brown evenly
  • Let the vegetables sit in the marinade for at least 15 minutes while you prep everything else
  • Warm your serving platter in the oven for a few minutes so the food stays hot longer
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