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An overhead shot of two open-faced Halloumi Tacos. Thick slices of golden-brown halloumi cheese are the star, garnished with vibrant pink pickled onions and fresh cilantro.

Ultimate Halloumi Tacos with Spicy Honey & Pickled Onions

These Ultimate Halloumi Tacos feature perfectly pan-seared salty cheese with a golden crust, a vibrant black bean salad, and a sweet and spicy honey drizzle. A quick, flavor-packed vegetarian taco recipe perfect for any weeknight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Mexican
Calories: 580

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounce block halloumi cheese (225g)
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15ml)
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges, for serving
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (120ml)
  • 1 pinch granulated sugar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 15 ounce can black beans (425g), rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup corn (85g), frozen or canned, thawed
  • 1/4 cup red onion (35g), finely diced
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 3 tablespoons honey (45ml)
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (5ml), such as sriracha
  • 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Non-Stick Skillet
  • Small Bowls
  • Sharp Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, combine the thinly sliced red onion ribbons with the apple cider vinegar and a pinch of sugar and salt. Stir well and set aside for at least 15 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the rinsed black beans, corn, and finely diced red onion. Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the top, season with salt and pepper, and stir to combine.
  3. In a third small bowl, whisk together the honey and hot sauce until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Slice the halloumi block into eight 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick pieces. Pat completely dry with a paper towel. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, add the halloumi slices and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
  5. Warm the flour tortillas. On each tortilla, layer a spoonful of the black bean salad, two slices of hot halloumi, and a generous drizzle of the spicy honey. Garnish with red chili flakes, pickled red onions, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Notes

Dry Cheese is Key: Patting the halloumi slices completely dry with a paper towel before they hit the pan is the secret to a crispy, non-stick sear.
Don't Crowd the Pan: Give the halloumi slices enough space in the skillet to sear properly. Cook in two batches if necessary.
Serve Immediately: Halloumi is at its absolute best when it's hot and fresh from the pan, so assemble and serve these tacos right away.