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Mouthwatering Halloumi Avocado Toast with a Zesty Twist

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Crispy-seared halloumi layered over zesty smashed avocado on toasted bread, finished with cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and a squeeze of lemon for a bright, savory breakfast or light lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 slice rustic bread (sourdough or country loaf), toasted
  • 1 ounce halloumi cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1/2 ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 lemon)
  • 3 cherry tomatoes, quartered
  • 4 fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil (optional, for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Toast the bread until golden and crisp; set aside.
  2. Heat a dry nonstick or cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot.
  3. Add the halloumi cubes and sear 2–3 minutes on each side, until deeply golden and crisp on the edges; remove from heat.
  4. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt and a pinch of black pepper until slightly chunky.
  5. Spread the smashed avocado evenly over the warm toast.
  6. Top the avocado with the seared halloumi pieces and arrange the quartered cherry tomatoes on top.
  7. Scatter torn basil leaves over the toast, finish with an extra drizzle of olive oil if using, and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve immediately while the halloumi is warm and the toast is crisp.

Notes

1) Use room-temperature ripe avocado for best texture. 2) For extra zing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. 3) If using thicker halloumi slices, reduce sear time to avoid over-browning.

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