Vegan Grilled Halloumi Salad
Pan-grilled vegan halloumi-style slices (made from firm tofu) served warm over crisp greens, tomatoes, cucumber, and olives. Fresh, satisfying, and restaurant-style.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
Vegan Halloumi
400 g firm or extra-firm tofu, pressed & sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt & black pepper
Salad
2 cups arugula or mixed greens
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, sliced
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup olives (Kalamata or green)
Lemon Dressing
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
½ tsp Dijon mustard
Salt & pepper
Garnish
Fresh parsley or mint
Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Vegan Halloumi
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, oregano, salt & pepper
Brush mixture onto tofu slices
Heat a grill pan or skillet
Grill 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crisp
2️⃣ Make Dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon, salt & pepper
3️⃣ Assemble Salad
Arrange greens, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and olives in a bowl
Add warm grilled halloumi slices
4️⃣ Finish
Drizzle dressing
Sprinkle fresh herbs
Serve immediately
Tips
Lightly coat tofu with cornstarch before grilling for extra crisp edges
Add roasted peppers or avocado for richness
Best served warm-cold contrast
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I bake the vegan halloumi?
Yes — bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20 minutes, flipping once.
Q: Is tofu the best substitute?
Yes — it gives the closest grillable texture.
Q: Can I make it protein-rich?
Add chickpeas or lentils.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 390 kcal
Protein: 20 g
Carbs: 14 g
Fat: 26 g
Fiber: 5 g