Super Fresh Grilled Halloumi Greek Bowl
This vibrant Greek-inspired bowl features golden grilled halloumi cheese paired with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and fluffy grains, all drizzled with a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. It’s a light yet filling vegetarian dish that brings the freshness of the Mediterranean to your table.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings:2-3
Ingredients
For the Base:
1 cup cooked quinoa, couscous, or rice
2 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, or romaine)
For the Veggies & Toppings:
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ red bell pepper, sliced
¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Fresh parsley or mint, chopped
For the Grilled Halloumi:
200g halloumi cheese, sliced into ½-inch thick pieces
1 tsp olive oil
Pinch of dried oregano
For the Lemon-Oregano Dressing:
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Prepare Base:
Cook quinoa, couscous, or rice and let it cool slightly.
Place a handful of greens in each bowl, then add grains.
Grill Halloumi:
Heat a nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium-high.
Lightly brush halloumi slices with olive oil and sprinkle oregano.
Grill 2–3 minutes per side until golden with grill marks.
Assemble Bowls:
Arrange tomatoes, cucumber, onion, bell pepper, olives, and feta around the bowl.
Add warm grilled halloumi on top.
Make Dressing:
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Finish & Serve:
Drizzle bowls with dressing.
Garnish with parsley or mint.
Notes & Tips
For extra crunch, add roasted chickpeas or toasted pine nuts.
If you want it lighter, skip the grain base and serve as a salad.
Halloumi is best eaten warm right after grilling — serve immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this ahead?
Yes—prep veggies and dressing in advance. Grill halloumi just before serving.
Q: What’s the best substitute for halloumi?
Grilled feta block, paneer, or even mozzarella slices (but halloumi holds shape best).
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes—use marinated tofu instead of halloumi and skip feta.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~480
Protein: 20g
Carbs: 35g
Fat: 28g
Fiber: 6g