Pita and Haloumi
Delight in the perfect balance of salty, citrusy, and herbaceous flavors with this quick and easy Pita and Haloumi recipe! This Mediterranean-inspired dish features golden-seared haloumi cheese layered on warm, olive-oil-brushed pita bread, topped with a vibrant cherry tomato mixture infused with garlic, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of seasoning. Garnished with fragrant fresh mint leaves, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, Pita and Haloumi makes an ideal appetizer, light lunch, or crowd-pleasing party snack. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of brightness—the ultimate way to savor Mediterranean simplicity!
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Ingredients
- 250 g Haloumi cheese
- 4 pieces Pita bread
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 piece Fresh lemon
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 piece Garlic clove
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Slice the haloumi cheese into 1 cm-thick pieces.
Step 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the haloumi slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 5
Place the pita bread on a baking tray and brush lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place in the oven and warm for 3-5 minutes.
Step 6
While the bread is warming, prepare the tomato topping. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and finely mince the garlic clove.
Step 7
In a small bowl, mix the cherry tomatoes, garlic, salt, black pepper, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Step 8
Take the warm pita breads out of the oven and place them on serving plates.
Step 9
Top each pita with 2-3 slices of cooked haloumi cheese.
Step 10
Spoon some of the tomato mixture over the haloumi and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Step 11
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra zest.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (546.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1116.7 |
| Total Fat 95.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 47.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 222.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6130.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.2g | |
| Protein 56.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1812.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 719.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories