Watermelon and Halloumi

  5.0 – 5 reviews  • Appetizer
Level: Easy
Total: 1 hr 15 min
Prep: 10 min
Inactive: 1 hr
Cook: 5 min
Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

  1. 1 teaspoon minced shallot
  2. 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  3. Kosher salt
  4. 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  5. 1 tablespoon honey
  6. 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  7. 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
  8. 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
  9. 8 small wedges seedless watermelon, rind removed
  10. 8 ounces halloumi cheese, cut into 8 slices

Instructions

  1. Place the shallot and garlic in a mixing bowl and add a pinch of salt. Add the vinegar and honey and whisk. Slowly whisk in 1/2 cup olive oil, then add the almonds and mint.
  2. Place the watermelon in a shallow dish. Pour the dressing on top, cover and let marinate 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear the halloumi 1 minute per side, then remove from the pan; top each with a piece of marinated watermelon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 of 6 servings
Calories 397
Total Fat 30 g
Saturated Fat 8 g
Carbohydrates 27 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Sugar 21 g
Protein 8 g
Cholesterol 34 mg
Sodium 845 mg

Reviews

Joshua Barrett
My husband and I needed something to nosh on. I made this recipe and it was simply delicious! It was easy, great balance of flavors. Can’t wait to make it again!
Brenda Blackwell
Always a crowd pleaser!
Thomas Cannon
The first time I had this was at Lola and it is delish!
Kenneth Cohen
Very yummy. I poured a good quality balsamic vinegar over the watermelon.
George Hester
can you do these ahead i.e. 1-2 hours before serving
David Brewer
I love halloumi, I love watermelon.  I can’t wait to try this.
Michael Marshall
Delicious!!  Couldn’t find halloumi so used firm feta instead.  
Kayla Gomez
We really enjoyed this dish!!  Five stars
Taylor Reid DDS
This is brilliant, flavorful and so easy to fix!

 

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