Grilled Halloumi with Herbs & Pomegranate
Golden grilled halloumi topped with fresh herbs, juicy pomegranate seeds, and extra virgin olive oil. A colorful Mediterranean mezze that's simple, flavorful, and rich in protein.
Prep Time
10 mins min
Cook Time
8 mins min
Total Time
18 min
Servings
4
Ingredients
- 250 g halloumi cheese
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 0.25 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- 1
Slice the halloumi into 1 cm thick pieces.
- 2
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 3
Lightly brush both sides of the halloumi with olive oil.
- 4
Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden grill marks appear.
- 5
Arrange the grilled halloumi on a serving platter.
- 6
Sprinkle with parsley, mint, and pomegranate seeds.
- 7
Drizzle with lemon juice and a little extra virgin olive oil.
- 8
Finish with black pepper and sesame seeds if using.
- 9
Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
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