Grilled Halloumi Bruschetta recipe - Grilled halloumi makes an incredible base for bruschetta - no bread needed! If you prefer lower-carb fare, this is THE appetizer for you.

Now that you know how to grill halloumi, how about this delicious idea for serving it? Forget bread – this recipe makes use of grilled halloumi slices topped with a juicy tomato salad for an incredible new spin on bruschetta.

Using halloumi in bruschetta, you get an added dimension to the classic appetizer you normally otherwise wouldn’t – saltiness. Replacing the bread with a slice of salty grilled cheese really brings out the freshness of the summer tomatoes and basil.

I’m honestly not sure I ever want to go back to bread!

Grilled Halloumi Bruschetta recipe - Grilled halloumi makes an incredible base for bruschetta - no bread needed! If you prefer lower-carb fare, this is THE appetizer for you.

Grilled Halloumi Bruschetta
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 6 mins
Total: 16 mins

Grilled Halloumi Bruschetta

5 from 2 votes
Grilled halloumi makes an incredible base for bruschetta - no bread needed! If you prefer lower-carb fare, this is THE appetizer for you.

Ingredients

  • 9 ounces halloumi cheese slices (grilled (here's how to grill halloumi cheese))
  • 2 large vine ripe tomatoes (diced)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped black olives
  • 1 tablespoon minced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tabespoon red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Arrange the grilled halloumi slices on a platter or serving dish
  • Combine the remaining ingredients in a small bowl and mix together.
  • Top each slice of halloumi with the tomato mixture and serve.
  • To make ahead, you can assemble the tomato mix and refrigerate it in an airtight container. Then just grill the cheese, top with the tomatoes, and serve.
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