Grilled Halloumi and Cherry Tomatoes with Mint Pesto

Grilled Halloumi and Cherry Tomatoes with Mint Pesto
Servings: 4
Dinner

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories
0g Protein
0g Carbs
0g Fat
Recipe by /contributors/joanne-weir Halloumi, a firm, mild cheese from Cyprus, is sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores, natural foods stores, and Greek markets.

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves 3/4 cup (loosely packed) fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 garlic clove, sliced 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted 8 ounces cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, and/or pear tomatoes 12 ounces Halloumi cheese, cut crosswise into 2-inch-thick slices 12 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Instructions

Combine mint, 3/4 cup basil, Parmesan, 1/4 cup oil, garlic, and pine nuts in processor. Blend until smooth. Season pesto with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Thread tomatoes onto skewers. Brush with 2 tablespoons oil; sprinkle with salt. Grill skewers until tomato skins crack, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Grill Halloumi until golden, 2 minutes per side. Transfer cheese to platter. Remove tomatoes from skewers and scatter over cheese. Top with dollops of pesto. Sprinkle with sliced basil and serve.

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