Zesty Mediterranean Grilled Halloumi with Burst Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 8 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 01
   Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. 02
   In a medium bowl, combine cherry tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. 03
   Place the cherry tomatoes on the grill pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to burst and char slightly. Remove from grill and set aside.
4. 04
   Brush the halloumi slices with the remaining olive oil on both sides.
5. 05
   Place the halloumi slices on the grill pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust.
6. 06
   Remove the halloumi from the grill and arrange on a serving platter.
7. 07
   Top the grilled halloumi with the burst cherry tomatoes.
8. 08
   Drizzle the lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with lemon zest and fresh oregano.
9. 09
   Serve immediately while the halloumi is warm and the tomatoes are juicy.