Description
A wholesome bowl featuring crispy halloumi cheese, nutty quinoa, and a blend of sweet and spicy hot honey, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g halloumi cheese
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (e.g., parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water and combine it with the water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
- While the quinoa is cooking, slice the halloumi into thick pieces, aiming for a thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the halloumi slices. Cook until crispy and golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drizzle the hot honey over the crispy halloumi and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- To assemble the bowl, place a serving of quinoa in a bowl, top it with the crispy halloumi, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice level with more or less red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg