Greek Bowls (with Golden Halloumi – Vegetarian)
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Bowls (with Golden Halloumi – Vegetarian), a delightful dish that brings together the freshness of Mediterranean ingredients. This quick and easy recipe features golden-brown halloumi, a creamy tzatziki sauce, and a colorful array of veggies, making it an ideal choice for lunch or dinner. In just 20 minutes, you can create an eye-catching meal that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a quiet night in, these customizable bowls are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 7oz / 200g halloumi cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
- 1 medium Persian cucumber
- 8 cherry tomatoes
- 10 kalamata olives
- 4oz / 115g Greek yogurt (non-fat preferred)
- Squeeze of lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking olive oil, oregano, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Marinate sliced halloumi in half of the dressing for about 10 minutes.
- Slice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and prep red onion as desired.
- For tzatziki, grate cucumber and garlic; combine with yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and dill.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated halloumi for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden.
- Assemble your bowls with a base of rice or quinoa topped with veggies, halloumi, tzatziki, olives, and feta if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 40mg