Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Grilled Halloumi Sandwich with Tomatoes. This Mediterranean delight features golden, crispy halloumi cheese layered with juicy, ripe tomatoes and fragrant basil, all nestled between perfectly toasted bread. Ideal for lunch or a light dinner, this sandwich promises a burst of flavor in every bite, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 4 slices crusty sourdough or ciabatta bread
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Brush both sides of halloumi slices with olive oil. Grill for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- While grilling the cheese, toast the bread on the grill until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering grilled halloumi on one slice of toasted bread, followed by tomato slices and fresh basil. Drizzle with olive oil if desired.
- Top with another slice of bread, cut in half, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1150mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Customize your sandwich by adding roasted peppers or pesto for extra flavor. For added freshness, consider incorporating greens like arugula or spinach.