Salty, golden-fried Halloumi cheese is tossed with brined Kalamatas and softened with fresh mint.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) Halloumi
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 12 large Kalamata olives
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
How to Make It
- Slice Halloumi into ¾-inch (2 cm) cubes. Pat cubes dry with a paper towel.
- Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add avocado oil. Wait for 15 seconds.
- Place Halloumi cubes in hot oil. Cook for 30 to 45 seconds, or until a deep, golden-brown crust forms. Use a spatula to turn cubes and brown opposite side.
- Transfer cubes to a small serving dish. Drizzle with remaining avocado oil from the skillet.
- Add extra-virgin olive oil, Kalamata olives, black pepper, mint, and lemon juice, and gently toss to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.
| Nutrition Facts |
Serving Size 1 |
Nutritional Value Per Serving | Calories 250 kcal Calories from Fat: 198 kcal |
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% Daily Value*
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| Total Fat 22 g 63% |
Trans Fat 0.0 g |
carbohydrates 1 g 1% |
Protein 12 g 24% |
* Above mentioned %DVs (Percent Daily Values) are based on 2,000 calorie food intake.
DVs (Daily values) may be vary depending upon individuals daily calorie needs. Above nutritional values are estimates and should only be used as a guide for approximation. They are not allfoodchef.com recommendations. Calculations are based on average weight of 194 lbs. and ages of 19 to 50 years. |