Grilled Brioche Halloumi Sandwich with Mint, Tomato & Chilli Mayo

A vibrant grilled brioche sandwich featuring golden halloumi, fresh mint, juicy tomato, and crisp cucumber slices. Enhanced with crunchy walnuts, a spicy chilli mayo, and a fragrant sprinkle of za'atar and olive oil for a deliciously balanced bite.

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat. 2. Mix mayonnaise and chilli sauce in a small bowl to make chilli mayo. 3. Lightly brush halloumi slices with olive oil and grill for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and slightly charred. 4. Toast brioche bun halves lightly on the grill. 5. Spread a generous layer of chilli mayo on the bottom half of the brioche. 6. Layer grilled halloumi, mint leaves, tomato slice, cucumber slices, and walnuts on the bottom bun. 7. Sprinkle za'atar evenly over the layered ingredients. 8. Drizzle a little olive oil over the filling. 9. Close the sandwich with the top brioche half and serve immediately.

1 brioche bun, halved 100g halloumi cheese, sliced 2-3 fresh mint leaves 1 round slice of tomato 4-5 thin cucumber slices 10g walnuts, roughly chopped 2 tbsp mayonnaise 1 tsp chilli sauce (adjust to taste) 1/2 tsp za'atar spice 1 tsp olive oil