Halloumi Fajitas

Name: Halloumi Fajitas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 Teaspoons Paprika; 1 Teaspoon Oregano; 1 Teaspoon Coriander; 1 Teaspoon Cumin; 1 Teaspoon Chilli Powder; 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika; Pinch Salt and pepper; Cooking Spray; 2 Packs of Halloumi; 1 Red Onion – Sliced.; 3 Peppers (Deseeded and Sliced); 1 Teaspoon Garlic Puree; ½ Large Lime (Juice Only); 4 Tortilla Wraps; Dips to serve – I use sour cream (guacamole and salsa. You can also add grated cheddar)

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Halloumi Fajitas are a super simple and tasty family dinner. Perfect as a midweek dinner, for a meat-free Monday or as a great alternative to taco Tuesday.

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Vegetarian Fajitas with halloumi cheese and strips of peppers and onions are tasty, quick and easy.

They make a fantastic change and are perfect for midweek dinners when you are in a rush.

halloumi fajita mix in frying pan. dips, cheese, wraps and chips to the sides.

Why I Love Easy Halloumi Fajitas

I love this halloumi fajitas recipe because:

They are quick, easy and budget-friendly.
The kids love this kind of meal where they can add their own fillings and dips and pick at different sides and flavours.
It’s a great way to try something new, and a vegetarian fajita recipe is a delicious way to eat less meat.
Veggie fajitas are fairly healthy.
Warm tortilla wraps are delicious!
You can add a range of sides, such as rice or tortilla chips, for a proper feast.
It’s easy to reheat leftovers for lunch the next day.

Ingredients For Halloumi Fajitas

I make my own fajita spice mix using:

Paprika

Oregano

Coriander

Cumin

Chilli Powder

Smoked Paprika

Pinch Salt and Black Pepper

Then, to make my halloumi fajita recipe, you also need:

Cooking Spray – Or olive oil.

Halloumi Cheese

Red Onion

Bell Peppers – Use your favourites.

Garlic Puree – Or fresh garlic. But I’m lazy! Garlic powder is another option.

Lime Juice – Fresh or bottled.

Tortilla Wraps

Dips to Serve – I add soured cream, salsa and guacamole. I add grated cheese, too, but I can see that cheddar on halloumi might not be for everyone.

Ingredients for halloumi fajitas on table - wraps, halloumi, garlic, onion, dips, peppers, cooking spray, fajita seasoning, lime.

You’ll Also Need

To make this recipe for halloumi fajitas, you will also need a sharp knife and chopping board, a large non-stick frying pan (affiliate link), and some foil to wrap the fajitas. A spatula to stir and a serving spoon are also useful.

How to Make Halloumi Fajitas – Step-by-Step Instructions

Full, easy-to-follow instructions and quantities are available in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step One – Make the Fajita Spice Mix

Mix the paprika, oregano, coriander, cumin, chilli, smoked paprika and salt and pepper in a small bowl and set to one side.

Step Two

Slice the halloumi into strips or fingers. Slice onion and peppers, too.

Step Three

Mist a large, non-stick frying pan with cooking spray and warm over medium heat on the hob.

Step Four

Add the halloumi and fry for a few minutes on either side. How crispy you make it is up to you. I just lightly brown mine.

Step Five

Remove from the pan and place on a plate.

Step Six

Add the onions to the same pan.

My pan generally needs a rinse and wipe and a fresh spray of oil once I’ve taken the halloumi out.

Step Seven

Fry for 5 minutes until starting to soften, stirring often.

Step Eight

Add the garlic and peppers.

Step Nine

Fry for 5 minutes, stirring often. If you like your peppers really soft, fry for longer.

Step Ten

Add the lime juice (use more if your lime is small) and halloumi and stir well.

Step Eleven

Add two tablespoons of the fajita spice mix or more for a stronger flavour, and stir together well.

If it is too dry, add more lime juice or a small splash of water to help you mix in the spices. I tend to add some water, but just enough to make it easy to mix the spice mix through.

sliced onion, pepper and halloumi tossed in fajita seasoning in frying pan.

Step Twelve

Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the halloumi is hot and everything is coated in spice.

Step Thirteen

While this is cooking, wrap the wraps in foil and warm in the oven for 5 minutes. You can also microwave them for a few seconds.

Step Fourteen

Fill the warm wraps with halloumi strips, peppers and onions, and dips of choice and wrap. Serve immediately.

Top Tips

This recipe is super easy, so I don’t have many tips.

Get the pan nice and hot before you add the halloumi. This will stop it sticking and help you get that lovely golden colour.
If any does stick, rinse your pan out before you add the onions.
Cook to suit your tastes. If you like to keep your onions and peppers crunchy, don’t fry for as long. Fry for longer if you want them soft.
I find thin fingers of halloumi easier to wrap.
You can make this recipe with mini wraps, too.

slices of halloumi and peppers on wrap with salas and guacamole.

What to Serve with Halloumi Fajitas

I serve my halloumi fajitas with typical Mexican-style sides.

Tortilla chips are great and give you a way to use up leftover dips! Other fantastic options include rice, salad, corn on the hob, and potato wedges.

halloumi fajita on plate with chips and dips.

Variations

Halloumi fajitas are easy, and it’s easy to make a few changes if you want to.

Add more chilli powder or a little cayenne pepper if you want spicy halloumi fajitas.

You can also use more or less spice mix.

If you like wetter fajitas, add either more lime juice or a splash of water.

Add sliced chicken breasts if you want chicken and halloumi fajitas. Brown this in the pan and remove before adding the halloumi. Return with the halloumi and cook until the chicken is piping hot and cooked through.

The main variation to any fajitas is what you put in them. You could add courgette if you wanted, use different coloured peppers, and add different dips and sauces. Black beans and mushrooms are popular additions to veggie fajitas, too. Experiment with your favourite things!

Leftovers

If you have any leftover fajita spice mix, you can use it for pasta or traybakes or in other Mexican-style dishes like burritos or halloumi tacos.

Leftover halloumi fajita filling and veggies can be reheated in a pan with a bit of oil, cooking spray or water for about 5 minutes. Or in the oven, cover the tray loosely in foil and bake for about 10 minutes.

Serve with tortillas again or with pasta, wedges, or rice for another filling dinner. If there’s not much left, add rice to your wraps for cool halloumi burritos.

Storage

Store leftover halloumi fajitas in the fridge in a sealed tub for 3-4 days.

You can also freeze in an airtight tub for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

FAQ

What Can I Put in my Fajitas?

You can put any sliced veg, meat and cheese in fajitas. Dips and sauces are great, too.

Are Fajitas Healthy?

Yes, halloumi fajitas are very healthy.

Are These Crispy Halloumi Fajitas?

You can make crispy halloumi fajitas. Just fry the halloumi for longer. I prefer mine to be fairly soft.

Can You Use Store-Bought Fajita Seasoning?

You can make halloumi fajitas with a store-bought seasoning. But making your own is super easy.

Can You Cook Fajitas in the Oven?

Roasted halloumi fajitas are fantastic. Lightly toss the sliced halloumi and vegetables in oil, lime juice, and fajita spice mix, place on a baking tray and roast for 15-20 minutes until the halloumi is cooked and the vegetables are how you like them.

How Do You Assemble Fajitas?

Serve a line of halloumi and vegetables on warm wraps with dips of choice and wrap. Easy.

Other Recipes

If you like these halloumi fajitas, you might also enjoy:

Side view of wrap with chicken, mango chutney and salad on white plate with potato wedges.

Other Halloumi recipes you might like include:

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