Fried Halloumi with Avocado Salsa
 
 
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Ingredients
  • FOR THE SALSA:
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ½ tablespoon honey
  • 1 cup diced avocado
  • 1 cup diced tomato
  • ⅓ cup sliced scallions
  • 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno (seeded if you like less heat)
  • ¼ cup loosely packed torn basil leaves
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • FOR FRYING:
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 12 slices (1/2 thick) halloumi cheese (about 2-8 oz packages)
Instructions
  1. FOR THE SALSA: Add lime juice and honey to a large bowl and whisk together. Add in avocado, tomato, scallions, jalapeno and basil. Salt and pepper to taste. Give a quick mix. Set aside to let flavors develop.
  2. FOR THE FRIED HALLOUMI: Add olive oil to a pan and heat over medium-high heat. Add in sliced Halloumi.
  3. Cook until nice and browned, about 2 minutes on each side.
  4. Place fried cheese on a serving dish. Top with avocado salsa and serve.
Notes
Recipe adapted from The Chew
Recipe by Sarah 'n Spice at https://sarahnspice.com/fried-halloumi-with-avocado-salsa/