Grilled Halloumi Pasta

Grilled Halloumi Pasta is a delightful low-carb Lebanese dish that combines the savory flavors of grilled halloumi cheese with a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a light garlic and olive oil dressing. This dish is perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal, delivering a burst of Mediterranean flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, spiralized
• Halloumi cheese - 200 grams, sliced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. In a bowl, combine the spiralized zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, diced bell pepper, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat.
3. Place the halloumi slices on the grill and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly charred.
4. In the last few minutes of cooking the halloumi, add the zucchini and vegetable mixture to the grill. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is slightly tender.
5. Once everything is grilled to perfection, remove from heat and mix in the chopped parsley.
6. Serve the grilled halloumi over the zucchini pasta and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 28 g
• Saturated Fat: 12 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from halloumi, which supports muscle maintenance and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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