Description
This cafe-style breakfast combines crispy golden halloumi, creamy smashed avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of honey, all atop a toasted bagel. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light lunch!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bagel, sliced and toasted
- 1/2 avocado
- 4 slices of halloumi
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Honey, for drizzling
- Fresh herbs (such as basil or parsley), finely sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Halloumi:
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
- Slice the halloumi into 4 pieces and place them in the hot pan.
- Fry for about 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Toast the bagel until lightly browned.
- In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely slice the fresh herbs.
- Assemble the Bagel:
- Spread the mashed avocado on both halves of the toasted bagel.
- Layer on the golden halloumi slices.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste, then drizzle generously with honey.
- Serve:
- Place the assembled bagel on a plate and serve immediately.
Notes
- Optional Additions: Add a poached egg or a sprinkle of chili flakes for an extra layer of flavor.
- Pairing Suggestion: Enjoy with a side of mixed greens or a fresh fruit salad for a complete meal.
- Make It Vegan: Swap the halloumi with a plant-based cheese and use agave syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Light Meal
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bagel
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 19g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg