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    Home Ā» Recipes Ā» Appetizers Ā» Grilled Halloumi with Strawberries and Herbs

    LAST UPDATED: January 29, 2022 • FIRST PUBLISHED: July 15, 2014 By Toni Dash 49 Comments

    Grilled Halloumi with Strawberries and Herbs

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    Vibrant Food | Grilled Halloumi with Strawberries and Herbs
    Grilled Halloumi with Strawberries and Herbs {Vibrant Food}.

    I am really excited to share another gorgeous cookbook today, Vibrant Food. The verve of the title is probably enough for me to snatch it off the shelf but a gander at only a few recipes would certainly seal the deal.

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    Vibrant Food | Grilled Halloumi with Strawberries and Herbs

    GRILLED HALLOUMI with STRAWBERRIES and HERBS

    "I was inspired to make this by some snacks brought to a picnicky party: my friend Dafna’s spicy jalapeño jam and my friend Andy’s halloumi cheese. We grilled the cheese and doused it with the jam and it was the undeniable hit of the party. I liked the idea of going for something spicy, sweet, and fresh on top of this intriguing cheese, so I made a mess of strawberries and herbs to pile atop it for this version. Halloumi is a firm, salty cheese that keeps its shape when grilled or fried in a pan. It’s an awesome way to enjoy the unique pleasure of hot, melty cheese as a vehicle for food. It’s best to eat the cheese as soon as possible after it’s come out of the pan—the magic of halloumi happens when it’s hot." - Kimberley Hasselbrink, Vibrant Food
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 6 minutes
    Total Time: 21 minutes
    Servings: 4 -6 servings
    Calories: 157kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
    • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
    • 2 teaspoons agave nectar
    • 1 serrano chile , seeds removed if desired, minced
    • Freshly ground black pepper
    • 6 ounces strawberries , hulled and sliced
    • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
    • 1 (8- to 9-ounce) package halloumi cheese, cut into 8 slices
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
    • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

    Instructions

    • To make the dressing, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, agave nectar, serrano, and pepper to taste. Toss the strawberries with the dressing and set aside.
    • Heat a very large skillet over medium-high heat and add the 1 tablespoon olive oil. When hot, add the halloumi slices. Cook the cheese for 2 to 3 minutes per side without disturbing, until a deep brown crust forms.
    • Remove the cheese from the skillet and spoon the strawberry mixture over the slices of cheese. Serve immediately, while the cheese is still warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 79mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 28.7mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.4mg
    Did you make this recipe?Mention @boulderlocavore or tag #boulderlocavore!

     

    Reprinted with permission from Vibrant Food written and photographed by Kimberley Hasselbrink (Ten Speed Press, © 2014).   I received a copy of  Vibrant Food  for the purpose of this review. All opinions are my own.

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    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder LocavoreĀ®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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      July 21, 2014 at 10:04 pm

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