🧀🥒 Air Fryer Honey & Mustard Halloumi in Zucchini Blankets
This dish is a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and savory. Golden slices of halloumi cheese are wrapped in thin zucchini ribbons, glazed with a sticky honey-mustard sauce, and crisped up beautifully in the air fryer. It’s a quick, elegant appetizer or a light vegetarian snack with a Mediterranean vibe.
📝 Ingredients
- 200g halloumi cheese (cut into sticks)
- 2 medium zucchini (thinly sliced lengthwise into ribbons)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the glaze:
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- Black pepper to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini
Slice zucchini into thin strips using a peeler or mandoline. Pat dry to remove excess moisture. - Wrap the Halloumi
Take each halloumi stick and wrap it with a zucchini ribbon like a blanket. - Make the Glaze
In a small bowl, mix honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, paprika, and black pepper. - Coat Lightly
Brush the wrapped halloumi pieces lightly with olive oil, then a bit of the glaze. - Air Fry
Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 190°C (375°F) for 8–10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and slightly crispy. - Finish & Serve
Drizzle remaining glaze on top and serve warm.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—cook in batches if needed.
- Halloumi is naturally salty, so avoid adding extra salt.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
❓ Q&A
Q1: Can I bake this instead of air frying?
Yes, bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 15 minutes.
Q2: What can I serve it with?
Serve with a yogurt dip, fresh salad, or inside wraps.
Q3: Can I make it ahead?
Wrap them in advance, but cook just before serving for best texture.
Q4: Is there a vegan alternative?
You can use firm tofu or vegan halloumi-style cheese.