Crispy Halloumi Fattoush
Charred halloumi cheese over a tart, herby Mediterranean salad with crispy pita chips and a tangy lemon-sumac dressing. A TikTok-easy vegetarian dinner that tastes restaurant-worthy.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 16g
Ingredients
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 2 oz pita bread, cut into 2-inch triangles
- 4 cups romaine or mixed greens, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 whole lemon (juiced + zested)
- 1 tsp sumac or dried oregano
Instructions
- 1
Toss pita triangles with a pinch of salt and olive oil on a sheet pan.
- 2
Bake pita chips at 400°F until golden and crisp, about 8–10 minutes. Set aside.
- 3
Pat halloumi slices dry. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- 4
Pan-fry halloumi 2–3 minutes per side until edges are golden and crispy. Don't move it.
- 5
Toss greens, cucumber, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper; toss gently.
- 6
Transfer salad to plates, top with crispy halloumi and pita chips, then sprinkle sumac and lemon zest.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- 12-inch skillet
- large bowl
- chef's knife
- cutting board
- microplane or zester
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