Mediterranean Baked Halloumi with Roasted Vegetables & Quinoa
A vibrant and satisfying vegetarian meal featuring golden-brown halloumi cheese roasted with colorful Mediterranean vegetables, served over a bed of fluffy quinoa. This dish is simple to prepare yet packed with flavor and texture.

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1450 calories
$4 per serving
$35 min
2 servings
vegetarian, any cuisine
Ingredients
- 225g halloumi cheese
- 100g dry quinoa
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 150g cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30ml olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1.Preheat your oven to 200°C. Rinse the quinoa thoroughly and cook it in 200ml of water according to package directions, typically simmering for about 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- 2.While the quinoa cooks, chop the bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion into bite-sized chunks. Place them in a large bowl with the whole cherry tomatoes.
- 3.Add the minced garlic, 20ml of the olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to the vegetables and toss to coat everything evenly.
- 4.Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
- 5.Slice the halloumi block into 1cm thick pieces. After the vegetables have roasted for 15 minutes, add the halloumi slices to the baking sheet amongst the vegetables.
- 6.Drizzle the remaining 10ml of olive oil over the halloumi and return the pan to the oven. Bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the halloumi is golden-brown.
- 7.Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork. Divide the quinoa between two plates, top with the roasted vegetables and halloumi. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving.
Nutrition Information
92g
fat
96g
carbs
18g
fiber
70g
protein
Why this recipe
This recipe offers a balanced vegetarian meal, rich in protein from halloumi and quinoa, which supports muscle health. The diverse vegetables provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber, promoting digestive wellness and providing powerful antioxidants.