15 March, 2014
Grilled Halloumi & Avocado Tartine with Pomegranate & Pistachio
If you are following me on Twitter, then you are witness to my current tartine obsession. I’ve tried all sorts of toppings from smoked salmon and dill to hummus and white beans and chicken and mustard. I can’t get enough of the endless possibilities.
A tartine is basically a French open-faced sandwich.This bright and cheerful tartine I made a few days ago makes a perfect lunch for a sunny day. The avocado and grilled halloumi cheese go beautifully with the tangy pomegranate molasses while the pomegranate and pistachio give a sweet crunch.
The best part – almost no cooking involved. The only effort required is grilling the halloumi and toasting the pistachios for a few seconds. Perfect!
Grilled Halloumi & Avocado Tartine with Pomegranate & Pistachio
For 1 Tartine
1 slice of good quality bread (I used Poilane)
Thinly sliced avocado
Thin slice of halloumi cheese
Handful of pomegranates
Sprinkle of toasted pistachios
2 teaspoons, pomegranate molasses
Olive oil
Spring onions for garnish
Method
- Toast the bread and place on plate to assemble.
- Lightly toast the pistachios in a pan and set aside.
- Reheat the same pan with some olive oil. Once heated through, grill the halloumi for a few seconds on each side.
- Place on the toasted bread and drizzle 1 teaspoon of pomegranate molasses over.
- Top with the thin slices of avocado and then sprinkle the pomegranates and pistachio on top.
- Finish with another drizzle of pomegranate molasses followed by a garnish of spring onions.
- That’s it. Enjoy!