Mauritanian Grilled Halloumi Cheese With Tomato And Mint Salsa
Mauritanian Grilled Halloumi Cheese with Tomato and Mint Salsa is a delightful dish that combines the salty and savory flavors of grilled halloumi cheese with the refreshing and zesty flavors of tomato and mint salsa. This recipe is perfect for a light and flavorful appetizer or a side dish for a Mauritanian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 250g halloumi cheese, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Grill the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, until grill marks appear.
- In a bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped mint leaves, red onion, olive oil, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve the grilled halloumi cheese with the tomato and mint salsa on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 200 per serving
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 15g
- Carbohydrates
- 8g
Supplies
Grill or grill pan Grilling spatula Bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Mauritanian Grilled Halloumi Cheese with Tomato and Mint Salsa as an appetizer alongside crusty bread or as a side dish with grilled meats.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of sumac or a drizzle of honey to the tomato and mint salsa before serving.
Cost
$10