Grilled Halloumi Burger

Elevate your burger game with this irresistible Grilled Halloumi Burger, a delightful vegetarian twist packed with Mediterranean flavors. Savor the rich, golden-brown halloumi cheese, perfectly complemented by smoky grilled red bell peppers and caramelized onion rings. Fresh arugula, juicy tomato slices, and a zesty lemon-garlic mayonnaise bring a bright, tangy freshness that ties all the elements together. Nestled in toasted burger buns, this quick and easy recipe—ready in just 25 minutes—is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Whether you’re a halloumi enthusiast or looking to try something new, this burger is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Halloumi cheese
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 small Red onion
• 60 grams Arugula
• 1 large Tomato
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Slice the halloumi cheese into 8 even slices, about 1 cm thick each.

Step 2

Cut the red bell pepper into quarters, remove seeds and membranes, and slice the red onion into thin rings.

Step 3

Brush the halloumi slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil on both sides.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat a grill or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Grill the halloumi slices for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 6

In the same grill or pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and grill the red bell pepper quarters and onion rings until they are softened and charred, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 7

While the vegetables are grilling, slice the tomato into thick slices and toast the burger buns until golden brown.

Step 8

To assemble the burger, spread a tablespoon of the lemon-garlic mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun.

Step 9

Layer two slices of grilled halloumi on each bun, followed by grilled red pepper, a few rings of red onion, a slice of tomato, and a handful of arugula.

Step 10

Finish by placing the top half of the bun on each burger and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1016.4 grams (1016.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2316

Total Fat 161.20g	207%
Saturated Fat 67.00g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 60mg	20%
Sodium 4247mg	185%
Total Carbohydrate 138.40g	50%
Dietary Fiber 12.10g	43%
Total Sugars 40.20g
Protein 85.10g	170%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2586mg	199%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 1169mg	25%

*The % Daily Value 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.9%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 23.6%