Grilled Halloumi Cheese Steak (Printable)

Golden grilled halloumi steaks with charred peppers, zucchini, and fresh vegetables in a balsamic herb marinade.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheese

01 - 14 ounces 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 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 clove garlic, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons 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 evenly.
03 - Grill the marinated vegetables for 3–5 minutes per side, or until tender and lightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - Place the halloumi slices on the grill. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown with distinct grill marks.
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 on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The halloumi gets this incredible crispy exterior while staying soft inside, almost like a perfectly seared steak but better
  • Those charred vegetables add sweetness and smokiness that balance the salty cheese perfectly
  • You can have restaurant-worthy results with barely any active cooking time
02 -
  • Don't walk away from the grill once the halloumi is on, it goes from perfect to burnt faster than you'd expect
  • Let the grilled vegetables rest for a couple of minutes while the cheese cooks, they'll taste even better
  • Serve this right away while the cheese is still warm and slightly soft in the middle
03 -
  • If you're using a charcoal grill, add some soaked wood chips for extra smoky flavor that complements the halloumi beautifully
  • Extra virgin olive oil drizzled over the finished dish adds a luxurious final touch
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