Description
Experience the vibrant and refreshing flavors of our Speedy Crispy Halloumi Greek Power Bowl. This Mediterranean delight combines golden, crispy halloumi cheese with a rainbow of fresh vegetables, quinoa, and a zesty dressing to create a satisfying meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, this power bowl is not only nutritious but also customizable to fit your preferences. Serve it at gatherings or enjoy it as a quick weeknight meal – either way, it’s sure to impress with its delightful textures and taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block Halloumi cheese (Sliced into thick pieces)
- 1 cup Cooked quinoa
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (Halved)
- 1 cup Cucumber (Diced)
- 1/2 medium Red onion (Thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (Pitted)
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley (Chopped)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil (Extra virgin recommended)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper (Freshly ground)
Instructions
- Slice the halloumi cheese into thick pieces. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.
- Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, add the halloumi in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
- In two serving bowls, place half of the cooked quinoa as a base. Top with crispy halloumi slices and all prepared vegetables.
- Drizzle the dressing over each bowl and toss gently if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg