Grilled Halloumi with Pomegranate Relish
Grilled halloumi is a Cypriot cheese that's firm, salty, and has a high melting point. When grilled, it gets a beautiful golden brown crust and a slightly chewy interior. This recipe pairs the grilled halloumi with a bright and flavorful pomegranate relish made with pomegranate seeds, red onion, mint, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and oregano. The relish adds a sweet and tangy contrast to the salty halloumi, and the fresh mint adds a refreshing touch. This dish is perfect for a summer meal or appetizer, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Halloumi is a cheese that has been made in Cyprus for centuries. It is made from a mixture of sheep, goat, and cow's milk, and it has a firm, salty flavor. Halloumi is traditionally grilled or fried, and it is often served with fresh vegetables or fruit. Pomegranate relish is a traditional condiment in the Middle East. It is made from pomegranate seeds, red onion, mint, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and oregano. Pomegranate relish has a sweet and tangy flavor, and it is often used to add flavor to grilled meats or vegetables.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 block halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slabs
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Brush the halloumi slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill the halloumi for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly charred.
  4. While the halloumi is grilling, make the pomegranate relish by combining the pomegranate seeds, red onion, mint, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and oregano in a bowl.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. To serve, place the grilled halloumi on a plate and top with the pomegranate relish.
Why It Works
  • The high melting point of halloumi cheese means that it can be grilled without melting, giving it a beautiful golden brown crust.
  • The combination of sweet and tangy flavors in the pomegranate relish complements the salty flavor of the halloumi.
  • The fresh mint in the relish adds a refreshing touch to the dish.