Greek Halloumi Bowls with Tzatziki
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Halloumi Bowls with Tzatziki, a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish that’s perfect for any meal—be it a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. This bowl brings together crispy halloumi cheese, fresh veggies, tangy olives, and creamy tzatziki for a delicious experience that is both nutritious and customizable. With the ease of preparation and the colorful presentation, these bowls are sure to impress whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a nourishing weekday meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g halloumi cheese
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 10 kalamata olives
- 2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano in a mixing bowl to create the dressing.
- Slice halloumi into half-inch pieces and marinate in half of the dressing.
- Prepare vegetables by slicing cucumber and halving cherry tomatoes.
- For homemade tzatziki: Mix grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and dill into Greek yogurt until combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear halloumi slices until golden brown on both sides.
- Assemble bowls with rice/quinoa as the base; top with cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, feta (if using), and seared halloumi. Serve with tzatziki.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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