Description
Crispy Halloumi Greek Power Bowl Recipe You’ll Crave Daily is a vibrant and satisfying meal that combines wholesome ingredients with the delightful crunch of halloumi cheese. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this bowl offers a medley of Mediterranean flavors that are not only delicious but also nourishing. In just 10 minutes of preparation, you can whip up a colorful dish that’s as visually appealing as it is tasty. Packed with nutrients and protein, this power bowl is ideal for meal prep or impressing guests. Get ready to savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cucumber
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 8 oz halloumi cheese
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed. Let sit covered for another 5 minutes.
- While quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion (soak red onion in cold water if desired). Drain before adding to the bowl.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Slice halloumi into thick pieces and cook in olive oil for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chopped veggies, and olives. Drizzle with lemon juice and toss gently.
- Serve in bowls topped with crispy halloumi slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg