Greek Halloumi Power Bowl (Print)

Golden halloumi with fresh vegetables and tzatziki over rice, served with warm pita.

# Ingredients:

→ Cheese & Grains

01 - 1 block (8 oz) halloumi cheese
02 - 2 cups cooked white rice

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

03 - 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup Kalamata olives
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

→ Sauces & Breads

08 - 1/2 cup prepared tzatziki sauce
09 - 2 pita breads, cut into wedges

→ Oils & Seasoning

10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - Salt, to taste
12 - Black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Thinly slice the cucumber and red onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Pit the olives if necessary. Set all vegetables aside.
02 - Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft. Cut into wedges and keep warm.
03 - Slice the halloumi cheese into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Pat each slice thoroughly dry with paper towels to prevent sticking.
04 - Heat a large non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it get hot but not smoking.
05 - Place the halloumi slices in a single layer in the hot pan, working in batches if needed. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until a deep golden-brown crust forms.
06 - Flip the halloumi slices and cook for another 2-3 minutes until both sides are golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.
07 - Divide the cooked rice between two large bowls. Arrange the seared halloumi, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives over the rice.
08 - Top each bowl with a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh dill, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Serve immediately with warm pita wedges.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The contrast between warm seared cheese and crisp cool vegetables makes every bite exciting
  • You get that restaurant quality dinner with barely any active cooking time
02 -
  • Dry the halloumi thoroughly with paper towels before cooking or it will stick to the pan instead of getting that perfect golden crust
  • Dont crowd the pan because the cheese will steam instead of sear and youll miss out on that crispy exterior
03 -
  • Let your halloumi come to room temperature for about twenty minutes before cooking so it heats evenly throughout
  • Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything right before serving to brighten all the flavors and cut through the richness
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