Description
A vibrant and healthy grilled vegetable and halloumi stack featuring charred bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, and onion, layered with golden, crispy halloumi cheese. Perfect as a light meal or appetizer, this recipe combines fresh veggies with savory cheese for a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Halloumi
- 1 block halloumi cheese, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced red bell pepper, diced zucchini, diced yellow squash, and sliced onion. Add the olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Grill vegetables: Heat your grill to medium-high heat. Place the vegetable mixture on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, turning carefully, until the vegetables are tender and show nice grill marks with slight charring.
- Grill halloumi: Slice the halloumi cheese and place it on the grill. Grill each side for 1-2 minutes until the cheese becomes golden brown and develops a slightly crispy exterior.
- Assemble the stack: On a serving plate, layer the grilled vegetables and grilled halloumi slices, stacking them alternately to form a tower.
- Serve: Present the grilled vegetable and halloumi stack immediately, accompanied by your favorite dipping sauce such as tzatziki or hummus for added flavor.
Notes
- To avoid sticking, lightly oil the grill grates before cooking.
- For a smoky flavor, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika to the vegetable mix before grilling.
- Halloumi can be substituted with grilled tofu for a vegan option.
- Serve with fresh herbs like mint or parsley to enhance the freshness of the dish.
- If grill access is unavailable, vegetables and halloumi can be cooked on a grill pan or stovetop skillet.
