Harissa Halloumi Grain Bowl

Name: Harissa Halloumi Grain Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 200 g halloumi cheese, sliced; 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 2 EL harissa paste; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup cooked quinoa or farro; 1/2 cucumber, diced; 1/4 red cabbage, thinly sliced; 3 EL tahini; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 EL olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste

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This Harissa Halloumi Grain Bowl is a colorful celebration of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors, perfect for a nourishing lunch or light dinner. Pan-seared halloumi cheese gets a golden, crispy exterior while staying soft within, paired with harissa-spiced roasted chickpeas, sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and red cabbage atop a bed of fluffy quinoa or farro. A generous drizzle of creamy lemon-tahini sauce brings everything together with a nutty, tangy finish. This bowl is not only visually stunning but also packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and healthy fats, aligning perfectly with current trends for bowl meals and vegetarian flexibility. It's quick to assemble, deeply satisfying, and ideal for meal prep—simply store components separately for fresh lunches all week.

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A colorful grain bowl with golden halloumi, spiced chickpeas, roasted veggies, and tahini sauce on a marble counter

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time20 min

Servings2 servings

Equipment

Baking sheetSkilletMixing bowls

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss chickpeas with 1 tablespoon olive oil, harissa paste, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until crisp.
2
In a hot skillet, cook halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
3
Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, 2-3 tablespoons water, salt, and pepper to create a creamy dressing.
4
Assemble bowls with quinoa as the base. Arrange roasted chickpeas, halloumi, tomatoes, cucumber, and red cabbage on top.
5
Drizzle generously with tahini sauce and serve immediately.

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Leckere Rezepte

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