Baked Halloumi with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes and Thyme – A Mediterranean-Inspired Vegetarian Dish
A Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian dish featuring baked halloumi cheese with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes and aromatic thyme. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect as a main or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
- Category: Main or Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Crusty bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place cherry tomatoes in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil. Add garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Arrange the halloumi slices among the tomatoes in the dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are blistered and the halloumi is golden and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired, and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- Halloumi holds its shape when baked, making it ideal for roasting.
- For added depth, drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
- Can be served as a vegetarian main, side dish, or appetizer.
- Use multicolored cherry tomatoes for a more vibrant presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg