These easy to make Strawberry Jalapeño Halloumi Lettuce Boats are a delicious combination of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. These lettuce boats are made with strawberry and jalapeño halloumi cheese, topped with a spicy fruit sauce, and nestled in crisp lettuce leaves. They look great on a platter and are perfect for starting a conversation at backyard barbecues or summer lunches with friends. They also make a light and healthy lunch and a great appetizer for dinner. This recipe was created with love, and I’ve included ingredient substitutions for vegans to create a light and delicious vegan meal. I’ve also included an option to reduce the sugar content if desired.
To make these easy Strawberry Jalapeño Halloumi Lettuce Boats, simply chop some strawberries and fresh peppers, lightly fry thick cheese slices in a pan until golden brown, and then place everything in cups of fresh romaine or butter lettuce.
Strawberry Jalapeño Halloumi Lettuce Boats are an elegant and quick meal to prepare (only 10 minutes), and they are a great low-carb option with a very refreshing taste that won’t make you feel sluggish.
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Ingredients
Yield: 4 Servings
- Halloumi Cheese – 8 oz (One standard block)
- Fresh Strawberries – 1 cup (Finely diced)
- Jalapeño Pepper – 1 medium (Seeded and Minced)
- Fresh Mint – 2 tablespoons (Chopped)
- Lime Juice – 1 tablespoon
- Olive Oil – 1 tablespoon, plus a splash for the pan
- Romaine or Butter lettuce leaves – 8 large (Sturdy leaves)
- Honey – 1 teaspoon
Suggestions & Alternatives:
- Vegan – Replace the halloumi cheese with firm, pressed tofu that has been fried with a sprinkle of sea salt.
- Healthy – Omit the honey or use a light drizzle of balsamic dressing to reduce the sugar content.
Strawberry Jalapeño Halloumi Lettuce Boats
Sweet, salty, and spicy! These lettuce boats are easy to make and feature crispy fried halloumi cheese topped with a spicy strawberry and jalapeño sauce. A refreshing, quick, and low-carb appetizer.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (One standard block) Halloumi cheese
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries, finely diced
- 1 medium Jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (Plus a splash for the pan)
- 8 large, sturdy Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the diced strawberries, jalapeño, mint, lime juice, olive oil, and honey. Set aside.
- Cut the halloumi into 8 even slices and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Heat a little olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the halloumi and cook for 2 minutes on each side, until become golden and crisp.
- Place one warm slice of halloumi in the center of each lettuce leaf.
- Spread a generous amount of the strawberry and chili mixture over the cheese and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 268Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 376mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 5gSugar: 8gProtein: 18g
Just a heads up — The calorie count and nutritional info here are just estimates! The actual numbers might vary a bit depending on the brands and ingredients you use.