If there’s one cheese that gymgoers and athletes love, it’s halloumi. That semi-hard, squeaky Cypriot cheese features in loads of body building meals and eating plans, and with good reason: it’s super high in protein and calcium, which are key for building and maintaining strong bones and muscles, and contains B vitamins like folic acid and B12.

This dish mixes grated halloumi with eggs, peas and a load of spinach to create protein-packed patties which are then fried and dipped in prebiotic-rich yoghurt. The result? A crispy, chewy and creamy lunch that’s ready in 20 minutes and is as delicious as it is nutritious.

When frying, think about using avocado oil over vegetable or olive oil. While you don’t have to fear seed oils, it’s a fact that avocado oil has a high smoke point which makes it great for more intense cooking. As Sophie Medlin, director and specialist dietitian at City Dietitians, previously told Strong Women: “For roasting in the oven, olive oil is a great choice as it has many health benefits and it is unlikely to reach its smoke point. For frying at higher temperatures, avocado oil is a better choice than olive oil.”

Make these halloumi, pea and spinach fritters with yoghurt for your next protein-rich lunch