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Grilled Greens and Cheese on Toast

This vibrant grilled greens and cheese on toast is a sophisticated twist on a vegetarian classic. By charring earthy Tuscan kale and salty halloumi on the grill, you create a wonderful depth of flavour that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of blistered cherry tomatoes. Fresh lemon juice, caramelised under the heat, adds a bright acidity that cuts through the richness of the cheese and the golden, garlic-rubbed bread.

Ideal for a quick lunch or a light evening meal, this dish is packed with nutritious greens and satisfying textures. It is a brilliant way to elevate simple shop-bought ingredients into something that feels truly special. Serve it immediately while the halloumi is still warm and the bread is perfectly crisp for the best homemade experience.

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Ingredients for Grilled Greens and Cheese on Toast

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grill and drizzling

  • 1 large or 2 small bunches Tuscan kale, stems removed

  • 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more

  • 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

  • 170g cherry tomatoes

  • 230g Halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2" planks

  • 1 lemon, halved crosswise

  • 4 thick slices country-style bread

  • 1 large garlic clove, peeled, halved

  • 2 (8"–12"-long) metal skewers

Prepare a grill for medium-high heat. Oil grate. Toss kale with 2 tablespoons oil, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a large bowl; set aside.

Thread tomatoes onto skewers, then drizzle with oil; season lightly with salt.

Grill tomato skewers, Halloumi, and lemon halves, turning skewers and cheese halfway through, until charred and softened, 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a platter.

Meanwhile, drizzle bread with oil; season lightly with salt. Grill until golden brown and crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to platter. Rub one side of each slice with halved garlic clove.

Grill kale, placing it crosswise across grate so it doesn’t fall through the gaps and turning occasionally, until charred in places and softened throughout, 2–3 minutes. Transfer to platter alongside Halloumi, tomatoes, and bread.

Push tomatoes off skewers. Squeeze charred lemon halves over Halloumi, tomatoes, kale, and bread. Drizzle with oil.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 28 Jan 2026 | Originally published

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    UK recipe editors

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