Grilled Halloumi Sandwich
Grilled Halloumi Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 4 ciabatta rolls, split horizontally
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into 1/4-inch strips
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F). Brush the halloumi slices and red bell pepper strips lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Grill the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown with distinct grill marks. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Grill the red bell pepper strips for 3-4 minutes per side, or until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Set aside.
⏱️ 7 min
- 4
Lightly brush the cut sides of the ciabatta rolls with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place them cut-side down on the grill for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Assemble the sandwiches: On the bottom half of each toasted ciabatta roll, layer a handful of arugula, followed by the grilled halloumi, grilled red bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with black pepper.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Top with the other half of the ciabatta roll and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Grilled Halloumi Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Sandwiches
- 8 ounces halloumi cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 4 ciabatta rolls, split horizontally
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into 1/4-inch strips
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze, for drizzling
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat (approximately 400°F). Brush the halloumi slices and red bell pepper strips lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
⏱️ 3 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Grill the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown with distinct grill marks. Set aside.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Grill the red bell pepper strips for 3-4 minutes per side, or until tender-crisp and slightly charred. Set aside.
⏱️ 7 min - 4
Lightly brush the cut sides of the ciabatta rolls with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place them cut-side down on the grill for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Assemble the sandwiches: On the bottom half of each toasted ciabatta roll, layer a handful of arugula, followed by the grilled halloumi, grilled red bell pepper, and thinly sliced red onion. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with black pepper.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Top with the other half of the ciabatta roll and serve immediately.
⏱️ 1 min