Pan-Seared Halloumi with Herbed Lemon Dressing

A simple and flavorful dish featuring crispy pan-seared halloumi cheese drizzled with a fresh lemon and herb dressing. Served optionally with a light arugula and cherry tomato salad for a refreshing contrast.

Steps

1. Heat the avocado oil or ghee in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. 2. Once hot, add the halloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. 3. While the cheese is cooking, in a small bowl combine the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, chopped dill, chopped parsley, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well. 4. Remove the halloumi from the skillet and place on a serving plate. 5. Drizzle the herbed lemon dressing evenly over the hot halloumi slices. 6. For the optional side salad, toss arugula and cherry tomatoes with a little olive oil, salt, and pepper. 7. Serve the halloumi warm alongside the fresh salad.

1 block of Halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch slabs 1 tbsp Avocado Oil or Ghee 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice 1 tsp Fresh Dill, chopped 1 tsp Fresh Parsley, chopped Salt and Black Pepper to taste (Optional) A pinch of red pepper flakes (Optional for serving) A handful of arugula (Optional for serving) 5-6 cherry tomatoes, halved