GRILLED HALLOUMI AND CHERRY TOMATOES WITH MINT PESTO

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Grilled Halloumi and Cherry Tomatoes with Mint Pesto image

Provided by Joanne Weir

Categories     Tomato     Appetizer     Vegetarian     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Parmesan     Mint     Pine Nut     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves
3/4 cup (loosely packed) fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, sliced
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, and/or pear tomatoes
12 ounces Halloumi cheese, cut crosswise into 2-inch-thick slices
12 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
Special equipment:
3 to 4 long metal skewers

Steps:

  • Combine mint, 3/4 cup basil, Parmesan, 1/4 cup oil, garlic, and pine nuts in processor. Blend until smooth. Season pesto with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Thread tomatoes onto skewers. Brush with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt. Grill skewers until tomato skins crack, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Grill Halloumi until golden, 2 minutes per side. Transfer cheese to platter.
  • Remove tomatoes from skewers and scatter over cheese. Top with dollops of pesto. Sprinkle with sliced basil and serve.

Aaron Lewis
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The halloumi was a bit overcooked for my taste, but the cherry tomatoes and mint pesto were delicious. I'll try grilling the halloumi for less time next time.


InQfive Music
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This recipe was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less salt next time.


Arman Khan136
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I'm not a big fan of halloumi, but I loved this recipe. The grilled halloumi was so flavorful, and the cherry tomatoes and mint pesto were a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Jeromy Thurlow
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover halloumi. The grilled halloumi and cherry tomatoes are delicious, and the mint pesto is a perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Fa Mous
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I love this recipe! The halloumi is always grilled perfectly, and the pesto is so delicious. I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Anindyo Chakma
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This recipe is so easy to follow, and the results are amazing. The halloumi and cherry tomatoes are grilled to perfection, and the mint pesto is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


Cyndi jitheh
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I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the halloumi and cherry tomatoes, and the mint pesto was a perfect addition. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Ebube
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This was my first time grilling halloumi, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The halloumi was so delicious, and the pesto was amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Edith Leon
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5/5 stars! This recipe is a keeper. The halloumi was grilled to perfection and the cherry tomatoes were bursting with flavor. The mint pesto was a perfect complement to the dish. I will definitely be making this again.


Skylar Mckee
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I've made this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The halloumi is always perfectly grilled, and the pesto is so flavorful. I love that this dish is so easy to make, yet it always looks and tastes like it came fr


Nathaniel Clayton
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This grilled halloumi and cherry tomatoes recipe with mint pesto was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was perfect, with the tangy pesto complementing the savory halloumi and sweet tomatoes. The grilling process added a nice smoky flavo