Grilled Halloumi Pitas Recipe

The saltiness of halloumi cheese is a good balance for the smoky-tasting grilled peppers in this pita sandwich. Be careful not to cut the cheese too thin, or it will be hard to work with on the grill.

About 3 tbsp. olive oil, divided

2 pkgs. halloumi cheese (about 8 oz. each), cut into thick slices

4 onion slices (1/4 in. thick)

4 pita breads, cut in half

1/4 cup sliced roasted red peppers, rinsed and patted dry

1/2 cup sliced pepperoncini

Step 1

Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for high heat (450° to 550°; you can hold your hand 5 in. above cooking grate only 2 to 4 seconds). Brush 2 tbsp. oil over cheese and onion. Grill, turning once, until grill marks appear, about 8 minutes. Cut onions in half.

Step 2

Fill pita halves with equal amounts of cheese, onions, peppers, and pepperoncini. Brush a little oil on outside of pitas, then grill, turning once, until grill marks appear and bread is toasted, about 4 minutes. Serve with mixed olives and a green salad.

Step 3

Note: Nutritional analysis is per 2 pita halves.

Nutrition Facts

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Amount per serving
Calories651

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39g50%

Saturated Fat 19g95%
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 1952mg85%
Total Carbohydrate 44g16%

Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Protein 31g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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