Crispy, golden Halloumi Fries are a quick and delicious way to satisfy your fry cravings without the carbs. Made in just 15 minutes in the air fryer, they’re perfect for dipping, snacking, or serving as a low carb side dish.
After years of cooking low carb based on our dietary needs, I made a recipe I should have thought of years ago. These Halloumi Fries are everything I love in a low carb snack – simple ingredients, no carbs, and ready in just 15 minutes. They’re crispy, cheesy, and satisfying enough to feel like a treat, yet light enough that you don’t feel guilty afterward.
—This has been a recipe that has worked great in our house for an appetizer or snack that meets our dietary needs. It’s one of those small wins that reminds you healthy eating doesn’t have to mean missing out!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 15-Min Recipe. This recipe will only take you 15 minutes from start to finish!
- No Carbs. That’s right! This carb free recipe is great for those of us following a low carb or keto diet.
- Minimal Ingredients. All you need is the halloumi cheese and the dipping sauce of your choice. It doesn’t get much simpler than that!
Ingredients
Below is a brief overview of the ingredients you will need. The full printable recipe card is at the bottom of the page.
- Halloumi Cheese: you’ll want an 8-ounce block for this recipe
- Dipping Sauce: choose the dipping sauce of your choice. We used a low carb marinara.
How to Make Halloumi Fries
You will need an air fryer, cooking spray, and parchment paper to cook this recipe. Then simply follow the step-by-step instructions below.
- First, cut the cheese block into 24 fry shapes.
- Then you will line the air fryer with parchment paper and add the fries, leaving a little space in between. Lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Then cook for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Now, carefully flip, spray with oil again, and cook another 5-7 minutes until they reach your desired level of crispness.
Serve
This Halloumi Fries recipe is pretty versatile as a side dish, snack or appetizer. I make it most often as a low carb appetizer or snack. This recipe makes 5 servings so if you’re serving for a party or larger gathering you could double the recipe or pair it with some other appetizers. I’ve shared some of my recommendations below. Enjoy!!
Storage Instructions
These fries are best enjoyed fresh but you can store them if you would like. Allow the fries to cool completely prior to placing in an airtight container. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. I don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounce block halloumi cheese
- Marinara and pesto for dipping can use homemade dipping sauce or brand of your choice
Instructions
- Cut the block into 24 fry shapes.
- Line the air fryer with parchment paper and place the fries in the air fryer, leaving a little space in between. Lightly spray with oil.
- Cook 5 minutes at 400 degrees F. Carefully flip, spray with oil again and cook another 5-7 minutes until they reach your desired level of crispness.
