Mediterranean Halloumi & Quinoa Bowl

Ingredients

• Halloumi cheese, sliced200 g
• Quinoa, uncooked100 g
• Cherry tomatoes, halved150 g
• Cucumber, diced1/2
• Kalamata olives, pitted and halved50 g
• Red bell pepper, diced1/2
• Fresh parsley, chopped2 tbsp
• Olive oil2 tbsp
• Lemon juice1 tbsp
• Dried oregano1/2 tsp
• Salt and black pepperto taste

Method

1. 1

   Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Typically, combine 100g quinoa with 200ml water in a small pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed.

2. 2

   While quinoa cooks, heat a griddle pan or non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. Add halloumi slices and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and tender.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

4. 4

   Add cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red bell pepper, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the dressing. Toss gently to combine.

5. 5

   Divide the quinoa salad between two bowls. Top each with the grilled halloumi slices.

6. 6

   Serve warm or at room temperature.