Grilled Fattoush With Halloumi And Eggplant Recipes

GRILLED HALLOUMI FATTOUSH

Steps:

• For the dressing: Whisk together the oil, lemon juice, sesame seeds, oregano and Aleppo-style pepper in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
• For the salad: Combine the pita chips, chickpeas, lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers and onions in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss well. Let stand while you grill the cheese.
• Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium-high heat. Clean and lightly oil the grill grates.
• Brush the halloumi with oil and grill, turning once or twice, until lightly charred on the outside and just softened, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to a plate.
• Fold the herbs into the salad and season to taste with more salt and pepper if desired. Transfer the salad to plates or a platter. Top with the grilled halloumi and serve.

GRILLED FATTOUSH WITH ZA'ATAR EGGPLANT

Steps:

• Whisk za'atar, garlic, and oil in a small bowl. Generously brush eggplant, onions and pita with za'atar oil. Season with salt and pepper; reserve remaining oil for dressing.
• Prepare a grill for high heat; thoroughly clean grates and brush with oil.
• Grill eggplant, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides but just tender, about 3 minutes per side. Grill onion and pita, tuning once, until lightly charred on both sides, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and let cool. Cut large eggplant into bite-sized pieces and tear pita into large strips. Set aside until ready to assemble.
• Whisk lemon juice, honey, zest, 2 teaspoons salt, ½ teaspoon pepper and remaining za'atar oil until completely combined.
• Arrange eggplant, onion, pita, tomatoes, feta, cucumber and olives on a large platter. Drizzle dressing over top and generously coat the eggplant. Top with basil leaves and dill sprigs.