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Lebanese Fried Halloumi with Za'atar and Cucumber

Savory halloumi cheese fried until golden, seasoned with za'atar, and served with refreshing cucumber slices. A quick and delicious Lebanese breakfast.

15m2 servings

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Lebanese Fried Halloumi with Za'atar and Cucumber recipe by Safe Plated
Contains dairyPEANUT-free
350 cal|20g protein|10g carbs|25g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 225 g Halloumi cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Za'atar spice blend
  • 1/2 medium Cucumber
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the halloumi cheese into about 0.64 cm thick pieces.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  3. 3Fry the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  4. 4Sprinkle za'atar spice blend over the fried halloumi.
  5. 5Slice the cucumber and arrange on a plate with the halloumi.
  6. 6Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.

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