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Grilled Asparagus and Halloumi Salad

[heart_this] · Jun 15, 2011 · 21 Comments

Grilled Asparagus and Halloumi Salad

Grilled asparagus and halloumi cheese served with a lemony vinaigrette.

I first came across the asparagus and halloumi cheese combo a few years ago in this grilled asparagus, zucchini and halloumi salad and I have been hooked ever since! Halloumi is a Greek or Turkish cheese that has a high melting point which means that it can easily be fried or grilled. One of my favourite ways to enjoy halloumi in is in a dish called saganaki where the fried cheese is served with a splash of lemon that goes perfectly with the salty cheese. I find that juicy asparagus pairs well with halloumi and it is a combination that I use frequently.
I recently came across a new recipe for grilled asparagus and halloumi on Jungle Frog and I was immediately taken by it. I really liked the simplicity which allows you to focus on the asparagus and the halloumi and a bright lemon dressing goes perfectly with it. This dish could easily be served as an appetizer, a salad or even as a light meal and it is super easy to make. Since I had some lemons out anyways, I sliced and grilled one up to serve with the asparagus and halloumi.

Grilled Asparagus and Halloumi Salad

Grilled Asparagus and Halloumi Salad

Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: 2

Grilled asparagus and halloumi cheese served with a lemony vinaigrette.

ingredients
  • 1/2 pound asparagus, cleaned and trimmed
  • 4 ounces halloumi, cut into 1/4 inch thick slices
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons lemon, honey and mustard vinaigrette
  • 2 teaspoons chives, sliced
directions
  1. Brush the grill (or grill pan) with oil and heat to medium-high heat.
  2. Grill the asparagus until just tender, about 2-5 minutes depending on the thickness, and set aside.
  3. Grill the halloumi cheese and lemon wedges until golden brown on both sides, about 2-4 minutes per side.
  4. Serve the grilled asparagus and halloumi topped with the dressing and chives with lemon wedges on the side.
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Comments

  1. Divya Yadava says

    June 16, 2011 at 1:12 am

    My mouth is watering. I absolutely love Halloumi cheese, but I find it's difficult to find at most supermarkets. Where do you get yours?

    Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    June 16, 2011 at 2:25 am

    Hey Kevin, where do you like to pick up your Halloumi in TO? Jamie Oliver uses it often and I'm curious to try it out but haven't come across it.

    Reply
  3. Christine's Pantry says

    June 16, 2011 at 4:01 am

    Looks wonderful! Yummy!

    Reply
  4. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    June 16, 2011 at 5:30 am

    Fantastic! Halloumi is such a great cheese.

    Cheers,

    Rosa

    Reply
  5. Katie says

    June 16, 2011 at 7:53 am

    Yummy!

    Reply
  6. Laura says

    June 16, 2011 at 9:18 am

    Your dishes and photos are amazing 😉

    Reply
  7. Joanne says

    June 16, 2011 at 9:21 am

    What could be better than a simple salad of asparagus and cheese? Not much, in my book!

    Reply
  8. Kevin says

    June 16, 2011 at 11:52 am

    Divya Yadava: I can sometimes find the Halloumi at Metro here in Toronto but I normally have more luck at dedicated cheese shops like the ones in the Saint Lawrnce Market.

    Reply
  9. Jennifer says

    June 16, 2011 at 12:56 pm

    Wow, Kevin…this looks delish! I can't wait to try it…I've never had Halloumi!

    Reply
  10. bellini says

    June 16, 2011 at 2:34 pm

    This is my kind of dish Kevin!!!!!!!

    Reply
  11. cajunlicious says

    June 16, 2011 at 4:42 pm

    This looks so goos, wish I could reach through and grab the plate.

    Reply
  12. Inside a British Mum's Kitchen says

    June 16, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    Delicious – my mouth is watering.
    Mary

    Reply
  13. Inés says

    June 16, 2011 at 10:51 pm

    Your blog is brilliant! Thanks for sharing all your recipes and making us dream with your amazing photographs!

    Reply
  14. Terry C says

    June 17, 2011 at 4:23 am

    Kevin, I just think your creativity knows no bounds, and your blog and photography and descriptions keep getting better and better. I hope someday you will consider a cookbook!

    Reply
  15. Nutritional Supplement says

    June 17, 2011 at 9:57 am

    Its an awesome healthy salad for good health.And with cheese it adds more to its tastes.

    Reply
  16. Cara says

    June 20, 2011 at 2:35 am

    It was with roasted asparagus that I first fell in love with halloumi too!

    Reply
  17. Food Lover says

    June 20, 2011 at 5:12 pm

    Wow this looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it! You should check out Food Network's new show Extreme Chef! Sneak preview Sunday, June 26 at 10:30/9:30c! Watch the sizzle real in the meantime! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3J824ZuGXA

    Reply
  18. foodhoe says

    June 21, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    i recently tried halloumi for the first time; however we ate it ungrilled because my brother in law swears it is the closest thing he's found to cheese curds out here in California. This recipe sounds delicious and looks simple enough for me!

    Reply
  19. Kali says

    June 21, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    I would eat this and have seconds! Looks delicious!

    Reply
  20. Anonymous says

    July 4, 2011 at 9:01 am

    Grilled asparagus and haloumi is one of my favourite light meals. Have you tried it with salsa verde? Divine!!

    Reply
  21. Kevin says

    July 7, 2011 at 10:09 am

    Anonymous: Grilled asparagus and halloumi in a lemony salsa verde, maybe with some capers, does sound good. I will have to try it! Thanks!

    Reply

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