# Grilled halloumi (from Feelgoodfoodie)

Video: [How to Grill Non-Melting Halloumi Cheese | Two Easy Ways to Serve!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8) by [Feelgoodfoodie](https://www.youtube.com/@Feelgoodfoodie).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$2.28 per serving, ~$6.85 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$16.72* per serving (88%) vs ordering out (~$19.00*). * Estimate: 4 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Mediterranean restaurant plate at ~$19, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 8 oz halloumi cheese
- some olive oil
- some lettuce
- a little bit za'atar
- some tomato
- some cucumber
- a couple mint
- some lemon juice
- some pita bread

## Steps

1. [1:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=66s) Remove the halloumi cheese from the package and dry it thoroughly with paper towels.
2. [1:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=83s) Cut the halloumi block into thick slices.
3. [1:35](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=95s) Pour olive oil onto a grill pan.
4. [1:38](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=98s) Heat the olive oil on medium heat until it shimmers.
5. [1:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=100s) Place the halloumi slices in the hot oil on the grill pan.
6. [2:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=129s) Cook the cheese undisturbed on one side for three to four minutes.
7. [2:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=136s) Flip the cheese slices and cook for another two to three minutes until browned.
8. [2:27](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=147s) Transfer the grilled halloumi to a platter with sliced tomatoes and cucumbers.
9. [2:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=157s) Assemble a salad with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and za'atar.
10. [3:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=195s) Add grilled halloumi pieces and fresh mint on top of the salad.
11. [3:23](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-yvf75qtr8&t=203s) Dress the salad with za'atar, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil.

## Equipment

- kitchen scissors
- paper towels
- cutting board
- knife
- grill pan
- spatula
- plate
- bowl

## What the video didn't say

- Exact amount of olive oil used for the pan
- Exact amount of vegetables and herbs used in the salad and platter

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