Description
A refreshing and savory-sweet appetizer featuring juicy watermelon, crispy pan-fried halloumi, fresh mint, and a spicy lime honey drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into 1/2-inch thick slices
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Make the lime hot honey: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Slice the watermelon into rounds, then cut each round into triangles or bite-sized pieces. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add halloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
- To assemble, place a piece of watermelon on a plate, top with a slice of halloumi, then a few mint leaves. Repeat for 2-3 layers per stack, ending with halloumi.
- Drizzle the lime hot honey over each stack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and extra mint leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For a milder heat, reduce the red pepper flakes. Halloumi does not melt, so it holds its shape perfectly for stacking. Serve immediately to keep the halloumi crispy.