Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
Craving a cozy, easy dinner? Try this Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the crispy halloumi and tangy sumac onions that make this salad irresistible. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Mediterranean Baked Eggs and Refreshing Peach Ginger Lemonade.
Why This Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy halloumi with a honey glaze
- Tangy sumac onions for a flavor boost
- Fluffy couscous soaks up all the flavors
- Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep
What You'll Need for Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Halloumi cheese
- Couscous
- Onions
- Honey
- Sumac
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Pine nuts
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Halloumi cheese: Substitute with paneer or feta if needed.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
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How to Make Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
- Cook couscous: Boil water, pour over couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Prepare onions: Thinly slice onions, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and sumac. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
- Cook halloumi: Cut halloumi into cubes, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet until crispy, then drizzle with honey.
- Assemble salad: Mix couscous, halloumi, and onions. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and honey. Garnish with fresh parsley and pine nuts.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
- : For crispier halloumi, pat it dry before cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: If onions burn, reduce oven temperature and check them earlier.
- : Make it a meal: Serve with Mediterranean Baked Eggs (https://slowcooker.pafag.com/mediterranean-baked-eggs-with-spiced-tomato-sauce/).
Storing & Reheating Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Couscous can be made ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Freezing Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the onions.
- Best substitution: Substitute halloumi with paneer or feta if needed.
- Make-ahead: Couscous can be made ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or halve the recipe.
- Troubleshooting: If couscous is too dry, add a bit more olive oil or lemon juice.
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Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Halloumi cheese
- Couscous
- Onions
- Honey
- Sumac
Seasonings
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Pine nuts
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Cook couscous: Boil water, pour over couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Prepare onions: Thinly slice onions, toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and sumac. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
- Cook halloumi: Cut halloumi into cubes, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet until crispy, then drizzle with honey.
- Assemble salad: Mix couscous, halloumi, and onions. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and honey. Garnish with fresh parsley and pine nuts.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add some red pepper flakes to the onions.
- Best substitution: Substitute halloumi with paneer or feta if needed.
- Make-ahead: Couscous can be made ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
- Scaling: Easily double or halve the recipe.
- Troubleshooting: If couscous is too dry, add a bit more olive oil or lemon juice.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Couscous can be made ahead of time. Assemble just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 25g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions FAQs
Yes, couscous can be made ahead. Assemble just before serving to keep it fresh.
Reduce oven temperature and check them earlier. If they start to burn, remove from oven.
Yes, feta works well as a substitute. It won't be as crispy, but it's still delicious.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Yes, it's perfect for summer cookouts. Serve it with grilled chicken or fish.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Hot Honey Halloumi Couscous Salad with Sumac Onions and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
