Crispy Za'atar Pitta & Halloumi Brunch Salad

High Protein

A 500-calorie Brunch recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 100g Halloumi cheese
• 1 wholemeal pitta bread (approx. 60g)
• 1 tsp Za'atar seasoning
• 100g Mixed greens (e.g., spinach, rocket)
• 1/2 cucumber (approx. 100g)
• 2 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp Dried oregano
• Pinch of salt
• Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat your oven or air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Slice the pitta bread into small triangles or squares. Cube the halloumi cheese into 1.5 cm pieces. Wash and chop the cucumber.
2. Toss the pitta pieces with 1/2 tsp olive oil and 1/2 tsp za'atar seasoning. Spread them on a baking tray or in the air fryer basket.
3. Bake or air fry the pitta for 5-7 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Set aside.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the halloumi cubes and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until deeply golden and crispy.
5. While the halloumi cooks, whisk together the lemon juice, remaining 1/2 tbsp olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to create the dressing.
6. In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens and chopped cucumber. Drizzle with the lemon dressing and toss gently to coat.
7. Divide the dressed salad between two plates. Top with the crispy halloumi and the za'atar pitta croutons.