Recipe for Hot Honey Halloumi Tacos from Dairy Farmers of Ontario

Dairy Farmers of Ontario brings bold, vibrant flavours together with these Hot Honey Halloumi Tacos. Golden, caramelized cheese is paired with creamy avocado, fresh greens, and a cooling mint-yogurt drizzle for the perfect balance. Finished with a sweet-spicy kick and bursts of pomegranate, these tacos are a fresh and exciting twist on taco night.

Hot Honey Halloumi Tacos

Ingredients:

• 250 g firm local halloumi-style cheese
• 8 small tortillas (corn or flour)
• 1 large avocado, sliced
• ¼ cup (60 mL) plain local Greek yogurt
• 10–12 fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp (30 mL) maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 tsp (5 mL) chipotle paste
• ½ tsp (1.25 g) smoked paprika
• ¼ cup (30 g) pomegranate seeds
• Olive oil, for cooking
• 2 cups (60 g) mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Directions:

Prepare the Avocado & Yogurt Sauce

1. Slice the avocado and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with chopped mint leaves.
3. Add a splash of water if needed to reach drizzling consistency.
4. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Slice and Marinate the Cheese

1. Cut the halloumi-style cheese into strips (or cubes, depending on preference).
2. In a shallow bowl, whisk together maple syrup, chipotle paste, smoked paprika, and a bit of olive oil.
3. Coat the cheese pieces evenly in this glaze. Reserve any extra glaze for later drizzling.

Cook the Cheese

1. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush with oil if needed.
2. Fry the glazed cheese pieces 2–3 minutes per side, until golden, slightly crisp, and caramelized. Be careful not to burn them — adjust heat as needed.

Warm the Tortillas

1. While the cheese is cooking, toast or warm the tortillas briefly in a dry pan or in the oven.

Assemble the Tacos

1. On each tortilla, layer mixed greens first.
2. Add slices of avocado.
3. Place 2–3 pieces of the cooked cheese over the greens.
4. Drizzle with the mint-yogurt sauce.
5. Sprinkle pomegranate seeds on top for brightness and texture.

Finish & Serve

1. If there’s leftover glaze, drizzle a bit more over the assembled tacos.
2. Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and slightly melty.