Name: Crispy Seared Halloumi Cheese over Lemony Zucchini-Spinach Sauté
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: Serves 6
Ingredients: 3 (142 g) pkgs baby spinach; 3 cloves garlic; 3 (250 g) pkgs halloumi cheese; 1 ½ lemons; 6 medium zucchini squash; black pepper; cornstarch; extra virgin olive oil; Italian seasoning; salt; smoked paprika

Crispy Seared Halloumi Cheese over Lemony Zucchini-Spinach SautéCrispy Seared Halloumi Cheese over Lemony Zucchini-Spinach Sauté — a 40-minute dinner recipe with 11 ingredients, serving 6.Ingredients

3 (142 g) pkgs baby spinach

3 cloves garlic

3 (250 g) pkgs halloumi cheese

1 ½ lemons

6 medium zucchini squash

black pepper

cornstarch

extra virgin olive oil

Italian seasoning

salt

smoked paprika

Instructions

Pat halloumi dry with paper towels. Holding a knife parallel to the cutting board, cut the halloumi in half horizontally, then cut each half crosswise into ¼-inch thick pieces. Place in a large bowl, along with cornstarch, paprika, and pepper, then gently turn to coat.

Preheat a large pot over medium-high heat.

Once the pot is hot, add oil and swirl to coat the bottom. Working in batches if necessary, add the halloumi and cook, turning halfway through, until golden brown on both sides, 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a plate and loosely cover with aluminum foil. (Reserve bowl and pot for later use.)

Meanwhile, wash and dry the fresh produce. (Skip the spinach if it came pre-washed.)

Trim and halve zucchini lengthwise, then slice crosswise into thin half-moons. Place in the reserved bowl.

Peel and mince garlic. Add to the bowl with the zucchini.

Return the pot to medium heat, add more oil, and swirl to coat the bottom. Add zucchini, garlic, and spices; cook, stirring occasionally, until zucchini is just tender, 4-5 minutes.

Add spinach to the pot in handfuls, waiting for it to wilt slightly before adding the next handful.

Juice lemons into the pot, stir to combine, and remove from heat.

To serve, divide zucchini-spinach sauté between plates or bowls. Top with crispy halloumi and enjoy!

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