Black Olive Pesto, Tomato & Halloumi Toast

This black olive pesto toast will be your new lunch obsession!

This Black Olive Pesto, Tomato & Halloumi Toast is a flavorful, high-protein option that feels both nourishing and satisfying. The briny richness of the black olive pesto brings a bold Mediterranean flair, perfectly balanced by juicy, ripe tomatoes layered on top.

Grilled halloumi adds a hearty, golden-crisp bite with a protein boost that makes this toast feel like a full meal. Whether you’re powering through a busy morning or need a savory snack, this vibrant, healthy toast delivers on both flavor and fuel.

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Black Olive Pesto, Tomato & Halloumi Toast

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Ingredients

• ▢ Bread of choice (this is a Frances pan loaf from Whole Foods)
• ▢ Olive oil
• ▢ salt/pepper
• ▢ Halloumi
• ▢ Cherry tomatoes

The black olive pesto:

• ▢ 1 can of black olives
• ▢ 3/4 cup olive oil
• ▢ 2 garlic cloves
• ▢ 1/2 cup parm cheese
• ▢ salt/pepper
• ▢ 1/4 cup pine nuts

Instructions 

• Make the pesto. In a food processor, pulse garlic and pine nuts. Add in olives, parm and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust accordingly.
• Slice halloumi and add to pan on medium heat. Once cheese gets nicely golden, flip and repeat. You don’t need to add any oil to the pan!
• Coat bread in olive oil and cook in a pan for about 2-3 min per side.
• Spread pesto on toast with halloumi slices and tomatoes. Season with red pepper flakes if you want some spice. Enjoy!

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