Grilled Haloumi Cheese and Watermelon Salad Recipe

Name: Grilled Haloumi Cheese and Watermelon Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 limes; 1 large garlic clove; 1 red or green jalapeno chile; 1/4 tsp. kosher salt; 1/4 tsp. sugar; 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp. nonpareil capers; 4 lb. seedless mini red and yellow watermelon; 1 package haloumi cheese; 1/2 c. spicy fresh sprouts

Servings: persons

1
Prepare an outdoor gas grill or prepare coals for a charcoal grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat.
2
Brush cooking grates clean and oil grill rack.
3
Grate the zest from 1 lime; juice limes.
4
In a small bowl, whisk lime zest and juice, garlic, chile, salt, and sugar until sugar is dissolved; whisk in 1/4 cup of the oil until emulsified, then stir in capers.
5
Arrange watermelon slices on a large platter.
6
Halve haloumi cheese diagonally, then cut each triangle, cut side down, into 3 thin slices.
7
Brush cheese slices with remaining oil.
8
Grill haloumi 2 minutes per side, until cheese is golden and grill-marked and has softened.
9
Halve cheese slices and scatter over watermelon.
10
Spoon dressing over salad and top with sprouts.
11
Serve immediately.

453

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 limes, 1 large garlic clove, 1 red or green jalapeno chile, 1/4 tsp. kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Grilled Haloumi Cheese and Watermelon Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Haloumi Cheese and Watermelon Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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