Roasted Halloumi with Avocado
Prep
15 mins
Cook
12 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite quick weeknight dinners that feels fancy enough for guests. The beauty of halloumi is that it has a high melting point, so it gets gorgeously golden and crispy without falling apart. Paired with creamy avocado, tangy lime, and pomegranate seeds, it comes together in under 30 minutes. Avocados are packed with heart healthy fats that keep you satisfied, and the whole dish requires minimal cooking skills. It's impressive, delicious, and honestly quite simple to pull off.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 397 ghalloumi cheese(cut into 1/2-inch thick slices)
- 2ripe avocados(halved and pitted)
- 237 mlpanko breadcrumbs
- 2fresh lime(juiced)
- 3 tbspolive oil
- 237 mlfresh cilantro(finely chopped)
- 1 tspred chili flakes
- 2 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 1 tspsea salt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 237 mlpomegranate seeds(optional garnish)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat the halloumi slices dry with paper towels to ensure they develop a golden crust when roasted.
Tip: Dry halloumi is essential for achieving that perfect crispy exterior.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Tip: This seasoned coating will add texture and flavor to the cheese.
- 3
Arrange halloumi slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush both sides lightly with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 4
Sprinkle the seasoned breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of each halloumi slice, pressing gently so it adheres.
- 5
Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the halloumi is golden brown and the breadcrumb topping is crispy.
Tip: Watch carefully as cooking times may vary depending on your oven.
- 6
While the halloumi roasts, scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl and drizzle with fresh lime juice, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Gently toss to combine.
Tip: Lime juice prevents the avocado from browning and adds brightness to the dish.
- 7
Arrange the roasted halloumi on a serving platter and place spoonfuls of the lime-cilantro avocado mixture alongside each piece.
- 8
Garnish with additional cilantro and pomegranate seeds if desired. Serve immediately while the halloumi is still warm and crispy.
Tip: The contrast of warm, crispy cheese with cool, creamy avocado is key to this dish.
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