Quick Bell Pepper Bites with Seared Halloumi, Olives, and Mint

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash the mini sweet peppers, slice them lengthwise, and remove the seeds to create small boats.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the chopped black olives, fresh mint, lemon juice, honey, optional red pepper flakes, black pepper, and 5 ml (1 tsp) of the olive oil.

3. 3

   Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat, about 160-180 °C / 320-356 °F surface temperature, and add the remaining 10 ml (2 tsp) olive oil.

4. 4

   Add the halloumi cheese and sear for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until lightly crisp on the outside.

5. 5

   Remove the skillet from the heat and toss the seared halloumi with the olive and mint mixture.

6. 6

   Fill the mini pepper boats with the mixture and serve immediately.