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Halloumi and Roasted Pepper Sandwich

Sep 14, 2021 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 157 Comments

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This Halloumi Sandwich is a next level sandwich. Kind of like a vegetarian BLT, it is stacked up high with fillings and showing you that a sandwich never needs to be boring. Perfectly cooked halloumi, peppery lettuce, chutney, creamy avocado, sun-dried tomatoes and some sweet roasted red peppers in between your favourite bread. Sandwich perfection!

A halloumi sandwich stacked up on a wooden board.

I am a firm believer that a sandwich should never be boring! Forget about those dull and limp supermarket sandwiches that don't actually taste anything like what they are meant to.

Sandwiches deserve more than that! You deserve more than that! This halloumi sandwich has got it all, and then some.

It's kind of like a vegetarian BLT and the halloumi gives it a really meaty texture, with that saltiness that you know and love from the squeaky cheese.

Because halloumi has such a high melting point, it is the perfect cheese for a sandwich. It holds together and doesn't melt, but cooking it really brings out the flavour.

If you have some leftover halloumi to use up, why not try our Halloumi Salad, Halloumi Pasta or Halloumi Curry? Or for another red pepper recipe, try our Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers.

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Why you will love it

  • An easy way to try halloumi
  • A delicious sandwich option
  • Easy to customise
  • Filling enough for dinner

Ingredients needed

All the ingredients needed for this sandwich.
  • Whole wheat bread - Any bread will work, but we went for a simple whole wheat bread, which we toasted first to make it more stable.
  • Halloumi - The star of the show! Dry fried to give it that wonderful texture.
  • Roasted red peppers - Either make your own Roasted Peppers, or you can buy them already roasted in jars. You could even use our Air Fryer Bell Peppers.
  • Chutney - An optional extra, but we used a nice apple and tomato chutney. You could use hummus or just your favourite condiment.
  • Salad items - We went with rocket (arugula), avocado and sun-dried tomatoes. See below for more tips on fillings.

A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Step by step

One: Cut the halloumi in to 1cm thick slices. Dry fry in a non-stick frying pan for 1-2 minutes each side. You could cook the halloumi in an air fryer.

A frying pan with slices of halloumi cooking in it.

Two: Toast the bread and spread with chutney or hummus. Add the halloumi, peppers, avocado and tomatoes.

A slice of toasted bread topped with chutney, halloumi, red pepper, avocado and tomatoes.

Three: Add the rocket (arugula) and another slice of toasted bread.

Rocket salad leaves on a bottom half of a sandwich.

How to cook halloumi

The best way to cook halloumi is actually the easiest way. You simply dry fry it in a non stick pan. No need to put it under the grill, or fry it in a lot of oil, as it has a high fat content so it doesn't need it.

Just cut the halloumi in to 1cm thick pieces and dry fry in a nonstick frying pan over a medium heat. It will take about 1-2 minutes each side and will be cooked when it starts to go brown and crisp.

How can cook it on the grill (BBQ) or under the grill (broiler) or even on a griddle pan to get those charred lines.

Halloumi wrap

Whilst this is a halloumi sandwich, there is no reason why you can't turn it in to a wrap to mix thing up a bit. Either use a thick flatbread type wrap, which would hold together a bit better with the chunky ingredients, or use a thinner tortilla type wrap.

If you want a low carb option, then go for a giant lettuce leaf to use as the wrap. It will fall apart a little and get pretty messy, but it's worth it if you want a lighter option.

Halloumi, red peppers, avocado and lettuce spilling out of a sandwich.

Extra fillings

Here is where you can go crazy! Use the halloumi and roasted red peppers as a base, and then get really creative. You definitely need some kind of green in here, which is why we added rocket (arugula) lettuce, as it's nice and peppery. You could use crunchy iceberg instead, or even some spinach.

My favourite addition to this sandwich is some avocado - it adds colour and creaminess. However, it does bump up the calories, so you can leave it out.

What is a sandwich without some kind of sauce? We spread a spoonful of chutney on the bread, as it adds a nice chunky texture to the sandwich.

But, if you want more of a creamy sauce then I can definitely recommend some hummus. Halloumi and hummus are an epic combination, especially if it's a flavoured hummus with sun dried tomato.

If you wanted to add a lot of extra flavour, then spread some pesto on the bread. It adds a nice herby boost to the sandwich.

A good way to give the sandwich a veggie boost is by adding some leftover roasted vegetables.

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FAQs

What is halloumi made of?

If you haven’t had halloumi before, then you are seriously missing out. But this recipe is a great place to start. You are in for a treat!
The semi-hard cheese originated from Cyprus and although it doesn’t taste like much straight from the packet (that's a waste in my opinion), it tastes amazing once cooked and has a whole different texture.
It can be made from cow, sheep or goat’s cheese, and has quite a salty flavour – which is what we love about it. Because of its high melting point, it’s great for grilling and frying and it keeps its shape meaning it is great for a sandwich.

Is halloumi good for you?

Halloumi is naturally a great source of calcium, and one portion has 70% of an adults recommended daily allowance. It is also a good source of zinc, selenium, magnesium, vitamin A and many of the B vitamins.
Halloumi is also high in protein, with one serving providing 19g per portion, making it a good vegetarian option when it comes to a sandwich.
It is however high in salt and fat, so moderation is key.

How many calories in halloumi?

Halloumi isn't low in calories by any means, but once it is cooked it has so much flavour which means a little goes a long way. You don't need it use much of it to make an epic sandwich. 50g of halloumi has about 160 calories, but you can get lighter halloumi that is about 120 calories for a 50g serving.

Can you make a gluten free halloumi sandwich?

Halloumi is gluten free, so you are all good there. Providing all the other ingredients you put in the sandwich are gluten free, you just need to use your favourite gluten free bread to hold everything together.

Can you make a toasted halloumi sandwich?

You can totally make this in to a grilled/toasted sandwich. We just used toasted bread for a bit more structure, but you could just load everything up and put it in a panini press or toasted sandwich machine.

Can you eat raw halloumi?

You can eat raw halloumi, however we wouldn't recommend it. Cooking halloumi vastly improves the taste and texture, and it is less salty after cooking.

Why is halloumi squeaky?

Halloumi is known as the squeaky cheese, but do you know why it makes that noise? The protein clumps created by the rennet in Halloumi are what give it its famous squeak. The sound comes from the long protein strands rubbing against the enamel of your teeth. 

More halloumi recipes

  • Halloumi Curry in a bowl with rice.
    Creamy Halloumi Curry
  • A serving bowl of Halloumi Fajita filling surrounded by flour tortillas, guacamole, salsa and refried beans.
    Easy Halloumi Fajitas
  • Halloumi pasta in a round bowl.
    Halloumi Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
  • Grilled Halloumi Greek Flatbreads on a wooden surface with pomegranate seeds scattered around.
    Grilled Halloumi Greek Flatbreads

If you’ve tried this roasted pepper sandwich, then let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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Recipe

A stack of halloumi sandwiches on a wooden board

Halloumi and Roasted Pepper Sandwich

By: Dannii Martin
Kind of like a vegetarian BLT, this Halloumi Sandwich it is stacked up high with fillings and showing you that a sandwich never needs to be boring.
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: British, Cypriot
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Cook: 5 minutes mins
Total: 10 minutes mins
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 518kcal
Allergens:
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Ingredients

  • 4 slices Whole wheat bread
  • 2 tablespoon Tomato chutney
  • 150 g (5 oz) Halloumi - reduced fat
  • 1 Avocado - sliced
  • 2 Roasted red peppers
  • 10 Sun blushed tomatoes - sliced
  • 20 g (0.25 cups) Rocket (arugula)

Instructions

  • Cut 150 g Halloumi in to 1cm thick slices. Dry fry in a non-stick frying pan for 1-2 minutes each side.
  • Toast 4 slices Whole wheat bread and spread two of them with 2 tablespoon Tomato chutney. Add the halloumi, 2 Roasted red peppers, 1 Avocado and 10 Sun blushed tomatoes.
  • Add 20 g Rocket (arugula) and the other slices of toasted bread.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1sandwich | Calories: 518kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 1778mg | Potassium: 1106mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 741IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 864mg | Iron: 3mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

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Comments

  1. Kelly says

    April 12, 2016 at 2:10 am

    That's awesome that you had such a productive weekend! It snowed here on the weekend but I can't wait to start getting our garden ready too! This sandwich looks like the perfect meal to come in to after all that work! Love the halloumi!

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:42 am

      I can't believe that you guys are still getting snow - that's just crazy!

      Reply
  2. Nadia says

    April 12, 2016 at 12:33 am

    Halloumi is my favourite cheese too, especially grilled! It's the only type of cheese I could eat on it's own without bread.

    It feels so good to de-clutter, doesn't it? We're moving flats soon and I'm slowly getting rid of things we never use, no point in them just collecting dust! PS Aristotle is so cute! :D

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:43 am

      I will tell him that you said that ;)
      Good luck with the move!

      Reply
  3. Sam says

    April 11, 2016 at 11:53 pm

    I have been looking for sandwiches to try other than usual ham and crisp sandwich I love to consume.
    Looks absolutely beautiful and super delicious

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:43 am

      I haven't had crisps in a sandwich in such a long time. Thanks for the reminder :)

      Reply
  4. Fashion and Style Police says

    April 11, 2016 at 11:50 pm

    Loving the combination of flavours here. Sounds delicious.

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:43 am

      It's one of my favourites!

      Reply
  5. Liz Mays says

    April 11, 2016 at 11:19 pm

    That sandwich sounds really good. That's such a good combination of flavors!

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

      It's really jealous!

      Reply
  6. Ana De- Jesus says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:26 pm

    This is one of my favorite sarnie combos especially when I am craving some salty cheese mmm xx

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

      You just can't beat halloumi!

      Reply
  7. Emily Rose says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:21 pm

    I used to love Halloumi before i went plant-based you are giving me cravings :P

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

      Haha, sorry about that ;)

      Reply
  8. Life as Mum says

    April 11, 2016 at 10:04 pm

    I've not tried this before but it looks sooo delicious! I wouldnt mind trying it

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:44 am

      This is a great way to try halloumi for the first time!

      Reply
  9. Vineetha @ Mint and Mimosas says

    April 11, 2016 at 9:09 pm

    I recently tried halloumi, and I have to say I really enjoyed it. This sandwich sounds great!

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      I just love the texture of it. So good with some Peppadew roasted red peppers too.

      Reply
  10. Corinne says

    April 11, 2016 at 9:08 pm

    Ahhh, this looks so nice! I love halloumi. Hurrah for high protein veggie options :)

    Corinne x

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      It's nice to have these options, isn't it.

      Reply
  11. Natasha Mairs says

    April 11, 2016 at 9:04 pm

    this looks so nice, I just love halloumi, could eat it all day

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:45 am

      Me too! If only it was calorie free and we could eat it all day.

      Reply
  12. Jessie Gipe says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:41 pm

    Halloumi cheese brings me back to my time in the Middle East. What a delicious cheese it is. It's great paired with mint in a salad as well :)

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:46 am

      I bet it tastes even better over there too.

      Reply
  13. Sarah @ BucketListTummy says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:16 pm

    I absolutely love a good grilled cheese sandwich and the many different ways to spice it up. Roasted red peppers are one of my favorite cooked veggies.

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:46 am

      They just add so much flavour, don't they.

      Reply
  14. Manali @ CookWithManali says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:13 pm

    I love the roasted red peppers in here! Delicious!

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:46 am

      They can really jazz up a meal.

      Reply
  15. Sarah Bailey says

    April 11, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    Oh wow this sounds good - I have to admit I am sucker for a nice sandwich. x

    Reply
    • Dannii says

      April 12, 2016 at 8:46 am

      Me too! You can't go wrong with a sandwich.

      Reply
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