Fried Halloumi with Kalamatas and Mint

Salty, golden-fried Halloumi cheese is tossed with brined Kalamatas and softened with fresh mint.

Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 5 mins | Yield: 2 cups | Serving Size: 1⁄2 cup

Nutrition per Serving
Fat 79%
Protein 19%
Net Carb 2%
Ratio 1.7:1

Calories 250
Fat 22g
Protein 12g
Total Carbohydrate 1g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Net Carbohydrate 1g

Because Halloumi is heated early in its production, it won’t melt when fried like other cheeses.

Ingredients
8 oz. (225g) Halloumi
1 TB. avocado oil
1 TB. extra-virgin olive oil
12 large Kalamata olives
1⁄4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
2 TB. fresh mint, chopped
1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

Instructions
1. Slice Halloumi into 3⁄4-inch (2cm) cubes. Pat cubes dry with a paper towel.
2. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add avocado oil. Wait for 15 seconds.
3. 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.
4. Transfer cubes to a small serving dish. Drizzle with remaining avocado oil from the skillet.
5. Add extra-virgin olive oil, Kalamata olives, black pepper, mint, and lemon juice, and gently toss to combine. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Variation: To make Spicy Halloumi and Castelvetranos, replace Kalamata olives with
buttery Castelvetrano olives and use 1⁄4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes instead of mint.

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Fried Halloumi with Kalamatas and Mint