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Air-fried halloumi served with tomatoes and salad greens on a plate.
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Honey Air Fryer Halloumi

This honey and lemon air fryer halloumi recipe is a game changer! Crispy on the outside, warm and perfectly tender inside - it's quick, easy, and ready in minutes.
Course Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Mediterranean
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 99kcal
Author Kate Hahnel

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 8oz block - approximately 225g halloumi cheese
  • juice of half a lemon
  • 4 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1-2 tablespoon thyme (see notes below)

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • Use a kitchen cloth to pat your halloumi cheese dry. Next, slice the halloumi into evenly sized pieces, about ¼ inch (0.5-0.6 cm) thick, and place them in a bowl.
    Cutting halloumi cheese on a wooden board.
  • Transfer olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and thyme to a bowl. Gently coat each side of the halloumi with the marinade. For best results, allow the cheese to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
    Brushing halloumi with a honey and lemon marinade.
  • Place halloumi slices in a single layer in your air fryer basket (no overlapping). Brush with more of the honey marinade.
    Sliced halloumi cheese inside an air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 7-8 minutes until golden and crispy - no need to flip midway through.
  • Flip, and air fry for 1-2 minutes, or until done to your liking.
    Air fried halloumi inside an air fryer basket.
  • Transfer to a plate, brush with the remaining honey and lemon mixture, then serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Fresh or dried thyme is okay to use. You can also use your favorite herbs, such as oregano.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 29mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 84IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.4mg