Easy Grilled Halloumi Watermelon Salad
A light and refreshing summer salad with grilled halloumi, juicy watermelon, and a spicy honey-lime dressing.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (or more to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Brush halloumi slices with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Grill halloumi for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown grill marks appear. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, lime juice, and remaining olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine watermelon, mint, red onion, and pistachios. Gently toss.
- Top with grilled halloumi and drizzle with the spicy honey-lime dressing just before serving.