Pistachio-Crusted Halloumi with Honey and Thyme
Pistachio-crusted halloumi with honey and thyme is a quick, elegant dish that balances salty, sweet, nutty, and herbal flavors. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, it’s ideal as an appetizer, light main, or shareable plate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 11 minutes
- Yield: 2–3 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225 g) halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch (1.25 cm) thick pieces
- ½ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped (60 g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
- 2 tbsp honey (30 ml)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Pat the halloumi slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Place finely chopped pistachios on a plate and press each halloumi slice into them, coating both sides evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add halloumi slices in a single layer.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a serving plate. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Add chili flakes to the pistachios for a spicy kick.
- Swap pistachios for chopped almonds or walnuts.
- Mix lemon zest into honey for extra brightness.
- Serve over greens or with flatbread for a fuller meal.
- Reheat leftovers gently in a skillet for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
