Halloumi is a semi-hard cheese with a high melting point, which means it’s perfect for grilling and pan searing.Top a thick slice of fresh Florida Grapefruit with a slice of halloumi heated to golden perfection, add a drizzle of zesty dressing and then garnish with pomegranate seeds.
Ingredients
- 2 Florida Grapefruits
- 40 g pomegranate seeds
- 4 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 tbsp. white wine vinegar
- 10 g fresh mint, finely chopped, plus leaves for garnish
- 1 tbsp. coriander, finely chopped
- 2 tsp. Florida Grapefruit juice
- 2 tsp. honey
- 8 slices halloumi cheese, 1/2-centimetre thick
- 1 tbsp. shallots, minced
Preparation
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp. olive oil, vinegar, shallots, mint, coriander, Florida Grapefruit juice and honey and season with salt and pepper.Peel and slice Florida Grapefruit horizontally into 4 1-centimetre thick rounds.Transfer slices to a serving platter.
Brush each side of halloumi cheese with reserved olive oil.Sear in a no-stick pan over low heat for 3-5 minutes until each side is golden brown.Place one cheese slice on top of each grapefruit slice.Spoon dressing over cheese and garnish with extra mint leaves and pomegranate seeds.
