Grilled Halloumi, Corn & Nectarine Salad
Grilled Halloumi, Corn & Nectarine Salad is a fresh, colorful dish that pairs salty grilled halloumi with sweet nectarines, smoky corn, and crisp greens. It’s a vibrant summer salad that’s perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 ounces (225 g) halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 ears fresh corn, husks removed
- 2 ripe nectarines, sliced
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
- 1 cup arugula
- 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons toasted pumpkin seeds or sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Lightly brush the corn with olive oil and grill until lightly charred on all sides. Allow it to cool slightly, then cut the kernels from the cob.
- Grill the halloumi slices for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden with grill marks.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- Combine the mixed greens, arugula, grilled corn, sliced nectarines, red onion, basil, and mint in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
- Arrange the warm grilled halloumi on top and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds or sliced almonds before serving immediately.
Notes
- Add sliced avocado for extra creaminess.
- Substitute peaches for nectarines when in season.
- Include grilled zucchini or asparagus for additional vegetables.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the salad for extra cheesy flavor.
- Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze for added sweetness.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, keeping the dressing and halloumi separate when possible. Reheat the halloumi in a skillet for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg