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Baked Whole Halloumi with Apricots and Honey

Baked Whole Halloumi with Apricots and Honey: A Sweet Twist

A delightful blend of Baked Whole Halloumi with Apricots and Honey creates a sweet and savory appetizer that wows any crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Halloumi
  • 225 g halloumi this cheese's creamy texture is perfect for baking and grilling.
For the Apricot Base
  • 6 ripe apricots their sweetness caramelizes beautifully when baked.
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil helps to enhance the flavor of the apricots.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 tablespoon harissa paste adds a spicy kick that's delightful with the sweet apricots.
  • 1 tablespoon honey a natural sweetener that balances the dish's flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice provides acidity that brightens the overall taste.
For Garnishing
  • 1 scallion thinly sliced, adds a fresh, crunchy element to the final dish.
  • 1 tablespoon thyme leaves this herb complements both the halloumi and apricots perfectly.

Equipment

  • oven
  • small oven dish
  • small bowl

Method
 

How to Make Baked Whole Halloumi with Apricots and Honey
  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C fan) for optimal baking.
  2. Slice the apricots: Halve the apricots, remove the stones, and cut them into thick slices. Arrange them in a small oven dish, drizzle with ½ tablespoon of olive oil, and toss well to coat. Bake for 10 minutes until slightly soft.
  3. Prep the halloumi: While the apricots bake, take your block of halloumi and carefully make diagonal cuts down the block, ensuring you don’t cut all the way through.
  4. Add the halloumi: Once the apricots are out of the oven, place the halloumi in the center of the dish. Drizzle with an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil and massage it into the cuts.
  5. Mix the glaze: In a small bowl, blend the harissa paste, honey, and lemon juice. Set aside for a moment.
  6. Combine and garnish: After broiling, remove the dish from the oven. Drizzle the harissa sauce over the halloumi and apricots, then scatter thyme leaves and curly scallions on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 12gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious flavors.

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