Pita and Haloumi

Haloumi cheese originated in Cyprus and is known for its unique texture that allows it to be grilled or fried without melting.

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Pita and Haloumi

Cooking Method: Grilling Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1520

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 4 piece Pita bread
• 200 gram Haloumi cheese
• 2 piece Tomato
• 1 piece Cucumber
• 1 piece Red onion
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 20 gram Fresh mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill.
2. Slice the haloumi cheese into thick slices.
3. Grill the haloumi cheese for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
4. Cut the pita bread in half and toast it on the grill for 1-2 minutes on each side.
5. Slice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
7. Assemble the pita pockets by placing grilled haloumi cheese, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion inside each pita pocket.
8. Drizzle the dressing over the filling and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 380kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 3g

Protein 18g36%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.