Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetable Rice Bowl

Name: Grilled Halloumi and Roasted Vegetable Rice Bowl
Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Asian
Ingredients: 1 large zucchini, sliced into half-moons; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 small eggplant, chopped; 1 red onion, quartered; 200g cherry tomatoes; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; 250g halloumi cheese, sliced; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (or other rice of choice); 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt, to taste; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp calamansi juice (or lime juice); 1 tsp sugar or honey; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 small red chili, finely chopped (optional for a spicy kick)

13 steps

Updated at: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:02:46 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories559.5 kcal (28%)

Total Fat34.7 g (50%)

Carbs42.3 g (16%)

Sugars9.2 g (10%)

Protein21.8 g (44%)

Sodium1817.4 mg (91%)

Fiber5.2 g (18%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Roast the Vegetables:

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).

Step 2

Place the chopped vegetables (except the cherry tomatoes) on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 3

Roast for 20-25 minutes, adding the cherry tomatoes in the last 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.

Grill the Halloumi:

Step 4

While the vegetables are roasting, heat a grill pan or regular pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Brush the halloumi slices with olive oil.

Step 6

Grill the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side until they develop a golden, crispy crust. Set aside.

Prepare the Garlic Rice:

Step 7

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Add the cooked rice to the pan, stirring to combine with the garlic. Season with a bit of salt and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to warm through.

Make the Sauce:

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, calamansi (or lime) juice, sugar or honey, sesame oil, and chopped chili (if using). Adjust to taste.

Assemble the Bowl:

Step 11

In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 12

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.

Step 13

Add the cooked rice to the pan, stirring to combine with the garlic. Season with a bit of salt and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the rice to warm through.