For all my gluten free peeps out there (and even if you can have gluten)…halloumi in the place of bread is UNMATCHED. These Roasted Tomato & Halloumi Bruschettas are sure to be a crowd pleaser for your next event.
Roasting the Tomatoes
Fresh grape tomatoes are best for this recipe as they roast quickly and I love their sweet flavor! Cut the tomatoes in half so they roast easily and then place in the oven. Once they begin to char…they’re perfect!
Making the Halloumi:
Here a few tips for cooking your halloumi
- Size: For the bruschetta, it’s best to create 4 large slices and then cut in half to make 8 total pieces per 9 oz block of halloumi.
- Marinade: Marinating your halloumi is important to ensure it’s capturing all of the flavors. Follow my marinade down below or make your own. Make sure to marinade for at least an hour before cooking the cheese.
- Cook Time: Keep a close eye on your halloumi as I felt it went from taking forever to “oh she’s ready” very quickly. Depending on your cooktop, you should only need about 2-5 minutes each side.
Roasted Tomato & Halloumi Bruschetta
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 16 pieces 1x
Description
This Roasted Tomato & Halloumi Bruschetta is SURE to be a crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
18 oz halloumi (2 9 oz packs)
3 cups grape tomatoes
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup red onion
1/2 cup balsamic glaze
2 tbsp & 1 tsp olive oil
1/2 cup chopped basil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/8 tsp salt
Instructions
1. Marinate your halloumi in 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tsp Italian seasoning for at least 30 minutes.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
3. Slice grape tomatoes in 2 and mix with salt and 1 tbsp olive oil. Place on baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or take out as soon as you see the tomatoes start to blacken.
4. While your tomatoes are cooking, cut your halloumi into 16 rectangle size pieces. Pan fry the halloumi for 2-5 minutes each side until it browns on each side. Let cool.
5. Once your tomatoes are ready and cooled, mix with the garlic, onion, and basil along with a tsp of olive oil.
6. Place tomato mixture on top of your halloumi pieces. Drizzle each piece with balsamic glaze and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Questions? Comment Below!