Grilled Peach and Halloumi Salad
A vibrant summer salad where caramelized peaches, golden halloumi, peppery arugula, and fresh mint create a symphony of sweet-savory flavors in every refreshing bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe but firm peaches, pitted and cut into wedges
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced ½-inch thick
- 4 cups fresh arugula (or mixed greens)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup toasted pine nuts or chopped walnuts
- 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill halloumi slices 2–3 minutes per side, until golden with clear grill marks; set aside.
- Grill peach wedges 2–3 minutes per side, until caramelized yet still holding their shape.
- Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper into a smooth vinaigrette.
- Arrange arugula on a platter, top with grilled peaches and halloumi, sprinkle with mint and nuts, then drizzle with vinaigrette just before serving.
Notes
Grill the cheese and peaches up to 4 hours ahead; assemble the salad right before serving for the crispest greens.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: grilled peach salad, halloumi salad, summer salad, peach halloumi, mint arugula