Halloumi and Chickpea Tacos with Cucumber Salsa
Halloumi and Chickpea Tacos with Cucumber Salsa are a delightful fusion of crispy grilled halloumi, spiced chickpeas, and refreshing cucumber salsa, all wrapped in soft tortillas. This easy-to-make recipe elevates your taco night, delivering vibrant flavors and textures that will impress your friends and family. Perfect for casual dinners or entertaining guests, these tacos guarantee satisfied taste buds in every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 small tortillas (corn or flour)
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lime
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Grill halloumi slices for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In another pan, sauté drained chickpeas with olive oil, salt, pepper, and optional spices (like cumin or paprika) until heated through.
- Prepare cucumber salsa by mixing diced cucumber, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Warm tortillas slightly. Layer chickpeas first in each tortilla, followed by halloumi slices and the fresh cucumber salsa.
- Serve immediately with extra lime juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg