Halloumi is a Greek and Turkish semi-hard cheese that has a high melting point, so it can be grilled or pan fried. Its rich robust texture makes it a satisfying vegetarian protein that’s perfect in this simple pita wrap.
Recipe tags: vegetable base, easy difficulty, lunch, vegetarian, other
| 2 tbsp | Better Than Bouillon® Seasoned Vegetable Base |
| 2 tbsp | lemon juice |
| 2 tbsp | olive oil |
| 1 tbsp | honey |
| 12 oz | halloumi cheese, cut lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick slices |
| ½ cup | hummus |
| 4 | large pita breads, warmed |
| 2 cups | shredded lettuce |
| 1 cup | chopped cucumber |
| 1 cup | halved grape tomatoes |
| ½ cup | thinly sliced red onions |
Preheat grill to medium-high heat; grease grate well. In bowl, whisk together vegetable base, lemon juice, oil and honey; toss gently with halloumi slices.
Grill halloumi for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until well marked.
Spread hummus down along center of each pita, leaving border at top and bottom. Top with halloumi, lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes and red onions. Fold up bottom of pita over filling, then fold in sides and roll up tightly.
Tip: As a variation, serve grilled halloumi on a bed of salad greens with tomato, cucumber and red onion; drizzle with Greek dressing.