Pan-Seared Greek Halloumi Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Cucumber

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-10 · Updated 2026-05-10

A refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring golden, pan-seared halloumi cheese, crisp cucumbers, and sweet cherry tomatoes dressed in a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. This Greek-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 21 minutes, pairs halloumi cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces halloumi cheese
• 1 1/2 cups, halved cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1/4 small, thinly sliced red onion
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint leaves
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp sea salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, then place 8 oz sliced halloumi cheese in the pan, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp on the edges. Remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups halved cherry tomatoes, 1 diced medium cucumber, and 1/4 small thinly sliced red onion.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Pour the dressing over the tomatoes, cucumber, and onion mixture, tossing gently to coat.
5. Step 5: Add 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley to the salad, mixing lightly.
6. Step 6: Plate the salad and arrange the warm halloumi slices on top just before serving.