Grilled Halloumi & Zucchini Bowl with Lemon Rice & Herby Tzatziki
The Grilled Halloumi & Zucchini Bowl with Lemon Rice & Herby Tzatziki is a vibrant and nutritious dish that celebrates the flavors of summer. This delightful bowl combines the creamy, slightly salty grilled halloumi cheese with tender zucchini and zesty lemon-infused rice, topped off with a refreshing herby tzatziki sauce. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. Whether you enjoy it as a main course or a side dish, this customizable bowl is packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- Grilled halloumi cheese
- Grilled zucchini
- Cooked white rice
- Greek yogurt (for tzatziki)
- Cucumber
- Garlic
- Fresh dill
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice halloumi and zucchini; brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Grill halloumi for 3–4 minutes on each side. Grill zucchini for 2–3 minutes until tender.
- Cook white rice according to package instructions; fluff with a fork.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, and olive oil to make tzatziki.
- Assemble your bowl: start with lemon rice, top with grilled halloumi and zucchini, add tzatziki, and garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg