Haloumi Burgers with Pesto

This is something that everyone can enjoy. It is delicious, and filling. You'll want to line up for more. And, at approx. $3.50 per serve, it won't break the budget!

Haloumi Burgers with Pesto:

Ingredients:

Burgers:

375g haloumi cheese
olive oil cooking spray
4 large bread rolls
80g baby spinach leaves
80g baby rocket leaves
1 lebanese cucumber, thinly sliced

Basil and mint pesto:

1/3 cup pine nuts
50g pecorino or parmesan cheese, grated
1 garlic clove, sliced
1 bunch basil, leaves removed
2 cuts mint leaves
1/2 cup olive oil

Method:

1. Make basil and mint pesto by placing all ingredients in a food processor. Process until a smooth paste forms. Transfer to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside until ready to use.

2. Cut haloumi into 4 thick or 8 thin slices. Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Spray both sides of the haloumi with the oil. Cook for 3-4 mins each side or until golden brown.

3. Meanwhile, cut bread rolls in half and toast both sides. Place roll bases on serving plates. Top with spinach, rocket, cucumber, haloumi, pesto and then the roll top. Serve!

NOTE: If you can't make the pesto, buy a "Basil and Cashew" crunchy dip from the fridge section of your supermarket! Also, this burger tastes great with a bit of avocado.

Serves: 4

Rating: 4.5