Description
A vibrant and delicious Hot Honey Avocado Halloumi Toast on Sourdough combines creamy mashed avocado with golden-fried halloumi cheese, drizzled with sweet and spicy hot honey for a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for a quick breakfast, brunch, or light snack.
Ingredients
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For the Toasts
- 4 slices sourdough bread, toasted
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
Optional Toppings
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh herbs (like basil or cilantro)
- Microgreens
Instructions
- Mash the Avocado: In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth or slightly chunky, based on your preference. Set aside.
- Fry the Halloumi: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the halloumi slices and fry for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy. Remove from heat.
- Toast the Bread: Toast the sourdough slices to your desired crispness. Spread a generous layer of mashed avocado on each slice.
- Assemble the Toasts: Top each avocado-covered toast with 2–3 slices of fried halloumi cheese.
- Add Finishing Touches: Drizzle hot honey over each toast and sprinkle with red pepper flakes or fresh herbs if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can make your own hot honey by mixing honey with a pinch of chili flakes and warming it gently.
- For extra flavor, rub the toasted sourdough with a cut garlic clove before adding toppings.
- This recipe is delicious for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired
