Super source
Energy
313 kcal · 16% DV target
A semi-hard, unripened Cypriot cheese with a high melting point that allows it to be grilled or fried to a golden-brown crisp while maintaining a firm, squeaky texture.
Halloumi is a semi-hard cheese that serves as a lower-lactose dairy option because it is a fermented and seasoned cheese .13
This cheese is a concentrated source of iodine, providing approximately 60 μg per 100g, which is double the amount found in an equivalent portion of cheddar .6
While halloumi is a staple of the Mediterranean diet in Cyprus, it is frequently prepared by grilling or frying, which can increase the total fat and energy density of the meal .210
Early research into the "matrix effect" of cheese suggests that the specific saturated fatty acids and minerals like calcium in full-fat dairy may affect the heart differently than the fats found in red meat .8
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
313 kcal · 16% DV target
23.9 g · 48% DV target
23.5 g · 30% DV target
16.6 g · 83% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.78 g · 78% DV target
Not a benefit — best kept low
0.15 g · Top 21% of dairy & cheese
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in original brine or wrap tightly in parchment paper.
As a dairy product, it has a lower footprint than beef but higher than plant proteins.
Traditional Halloumi is unique among cheeses for being folded into a rectangular shape and packed with mint leaves, which were historically used for their natural preservative properties.