Hot Honey Halloumi Tacos
Mini tortillas filled with golden, caramelized halloumi, balanced with creamy avocado, peppery arugula, juicy pomegranate seeds, and a drizzle of hot honey. Finished with a cooling touch of Greek yogurt and fresh mint, these tacos bring together sweet, salty, spicy, and fresh in every bite. Taco night will never be the same.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Avocado & Yogurt Sauce
- StepSlice the avocado and set aside.
- StepIn a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with chopped mint leaves.
- StepAdd a splash of water if needed to reach drizzling consistency.
- StepSeason with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Slice and Marinate the Cheese
- StepCut the halloumi-style cheese into strips (or cubes, depending on preference).
- StepIn a shallow bowl, whisk together maple syrup, chipotle paste, smoked paprika, and a bit of olive oil.
- StepCoat the cheese pieces evenly in this glaze. Reserve any extra glaze for later drizzling.
Cook the Cheese
- StepHeat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush with oil if needed.
- StepFry the glazed cheese pieces 2–3 minutes per side, until golden, slightly crisp, and caramelized. Be careful not to burn them — adjust heat as needed.
Warm the Tortillas
- StepWhile the cheese is cooking, toast or warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or in the oven.
Assemble the Tacos
- StepOn each tortilla, layer mixed greens first.
- StepAdd slices of avocado.
- StepPlace 2–3 pieces of the cooked cheese over the greens.
- StepDrizzle with the mint-yogurt sauce.
- StepSprinkle pomegranate seeds on top for brightness and texture.
Finish & Serve
- StepIf there’s leftover glaze, drizzle a bit more over the assembled tacos.
- StepServe immediately while the cheese is warm and slightly melty.
