Crispy Chickpeas and Halloumi with Greens and Garlicky Yogurt
 
 
Spicy crispy chickpeas are served with fried halloumi, wilted greens, and a garlicky yogurt sauce in this wholesome and delicious meal.
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the garlicky yogurt
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
For the chickpeas and halloumi
  • 1 lb halloumi, sliced into ½-inch thick slabs
  • 1 large bunch swiss chard
  • 6 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups cooked chickpeas
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
For the yogurt sauce
  1. Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
For the halloumi and chickpeas
  1. Saute the halloumi in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until browned on both sides, about 1 minute per side. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
  2. Separate the leaves and stems from the greens, then thinly slice the leaves and stems. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet you used to make the halloumi, heat 6 tbsp of the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chickpeas, garlic, cumin seeds, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper. Saute until crispy, about 10 minutes. Remove to a large serving bowl leaving any residual oil and seasoning in the skillet.
  4. Add the chopped chard stems to the skillet and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Saute over medium-high heat until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add in the leaves and saute until wilted, about 30 seconds. Mix with the chickpeas.
  5. Divide the chickpea mixture among serving bowls, then top with the halloumi and a dollop of the garlicky yogurt. Serve immediately.
Notes
Adapted from Dining In
Recipe by Joanne Eats Well With Others at https://joanne-eatswellwithothers.com/2021/02/crispy-chickpeas-and-halloumi-with-greens-and-garlicky-yogurt.html