Grilled Halloumi Cheese Steak (Printable)

Thick grilled halloumi steaks with charred bell peppers, zucchini, and fresh vegetables. A Mediterranean vegetarian main course.

# 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 evenly.
03 - Grill the 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 develops this incredible golden crust while staying delightfully chewy and salty inside, something I discovered by accident when I forgot it on the grill once.
  • Its a complete meal that comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for those evenings when youre craving something special but your energy tank is running on fumes.
02 -
  • Halloumi needs to be served immediately while hot, as it begins to toughen when it cools, something I learned after mistakenly preparing it too far ahead for guests once.
  • Patting the halloumi dry before grilling is crucial, otherwise it will steam rather than sear, robbing you of those beautiful grill marks and crispy exterior.
03 -
  • Slicing the halloumi while its cold from the refrigerator makes it much easier to get those perfect thick steaks without crumbling.
  • A splash of water in the bottom of the grill pan creates a moment of steam that helps prevent the halloumi from sticking without sacrificing those beautiful grill marks.
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