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Creamy butternut orzo with crispy halloumi

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29 August 2026
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Easy
5 minutes
5 minutes

Creamy butternut orzo meets golden, pan-fried halloumi in this easy vegetarian dinner that’s ready in just 10 minutes. The sweet, velvety orzo pairs with the salty, crispy cheese, while a squeeze of fresh lemon adds brightness and an optional drizzle of balsamic reduction brings a little tang. With minimal prep and just a handful of ingredients, it’s a comforting midweek meal that feels indulgent without the fuss.

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Ingredients

Method
  • 1 T Woolworths Mediterranean extra virgin olive oil
  • 320 g Woolworths halloumi cheese, halved and scored
  • 370 g Woolworths creamy butternut orzo
  • 1 Woolworths LemonGold® seedless lemon, cut into wedges
  • Woolworths Italian-style balsamic reduction, optional, to taste

Method

Ingredients

1. Heat the butternut orzo according to package instructions.

2. Heat the olive oil in a cast iron skillet and sear the halloumi steak until golden and crispy.

3. Serve the halloumi with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon, the butternut orzo and a drizzle of the balsamic reduction, if using.

TASTE

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