Grilled Halloumi with Pomegranate, Lemon, and Mint

Ingredients

• 4 tbsp olive oil, divided, plus extra for frying
• 2 shallots, finely sliced
• 2 tbsp chopped preserved lemon, rinsed
• salt and pepper
• 2 (each 250 g) packages halloumi
• 1/4 cup chopped mint
• 2 tbsp pomegranate arils
• 2 tsp lemon juice

Directions

1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of the oil with the shallots and lemons. Season with pepper. Taste before seasoning with salt. Set aside.
2. Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Spray or brush the pan lightly with oil. Slice the halloumi into 1/2-inch-wide slices and place them in a bowl. Drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, season lightly with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
3. Grill the halloumi on both sides until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining slices.
4. Place the grilled cheese on a serving platter. Finish the dressing by adding the mint to the oil in the bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the cheese and toss to coat lightly. Sprinkle the pomegranate arils all over. Drizzle with lemon juice, season with more pepper, and serve.