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A vibrant Grilled Halloumi Watermelon Salad on a white platter with fresh mint and hot honey dressing.
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Grilled Halloumi Watermelon Salad with Hot Honey Dressing

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 250 g Halloumi cheese, sliced into 1cm thick rectangles
  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 2.5cm cubes
  • 100 g baby arugula
  • 15 g fresh mint leaves, hand-torn
  • 40 g red onion, shaved into thin half-moons
  • 60 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 30 ml clover honey
  • 15 ml apple cider vinegar
  • 2 g crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 g Maldon sea salt
  • 1 g cracked black pepper

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, emulsify the olive oil, honey, apple cider vinegar, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper using a whisk.
  • Preheat a cast-iron grill pan to 200 degrees Celsius (medium-high heat).
  • Remove excess moisture from Halloumi slices using paper towels to ensure optimal Maillard reaction.
  • Place Halloumi on the grill and sear for 120 seconds per side until distinct char marks form and the core softens.
  • In a large chilled bowl, toss the arugula, watermelon, and red onion with 50% of the prepared dressing.
  • Transfer the mixture to a serving platter and arrange the warm grilled Halloumi across the surface.
  • Drizzle the remaining dressing specifically over the cheese and garnish immediately with the torn mint leaves.