Halloumi cheese and peppers baked with thyme

2 servings

25 minutes

Halloumi cheese is a traditional Cypriot delicacy that is perfect for baking due to its dense texture. In this recipe, its golden crust pairs with the rich flavor of sweet roasted peppers, while thyme and lemon add a fresh zest. Baked together, these ingredients create a harmony of tenderness and aroma. Served on a bed of soft spinach and soaked in roasting juices, halloumi becomes even juicier. Crispy bread completes the picture, allowing you to fully enjoy each flavor. The dish is ideal for a light dinner or Mediterranean-style appetizer, filling the meal with a sunny atmosphere and subtle hints of fresh herbs.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 216.3
• Proteins: 15.5g
• Fats: 12.5g
• Carbohydrates: 11.6g

Ingredients

• Canned Roasted Peppers: 4 pc
• Halloumi cheese: 100 g
• Thyme: to taste
• Olive oil: to taste
• Lemon: 0.5 pc
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Garlic: 0.5 clove
• Spinach: 200 g
• White bread: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220 C. Place the pepper and cheese on a baking tray.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned Roasted Peppers: 4 pieces
   • Halloumi cheese: 100 g

2. Mix thyme with 1 tbsp of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic, then drizzle over cheese and pepper. Add lemon slices.

   Required ingredients:

   • Thyme:  to taste
   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
   • Garlic: 0.5 clove
   • Lemon: 0.5 piece

3. Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese softens and a golden crust forms. Sauté the spinach with oil in a pan until soft, then place on 2 plates.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spinach: 200 g
   • Olive oil:  to taste

4. Layer cheese and pepper over the spinach, drizzle with juice from the pan. Serve with crispy bread.

   Required ingredients:

   • White bread:  to taste