Halloumi with Lemony Lentils, Chickpeas and Beets
Discover the delightful flavors of Halloumi with Lemony Lentils, Chickpeas, and Beets—a vibrant, protein-packed dish that is as nutritious as it is satisfying. This recipe expertly combines the earthy sweetness of roasted beets with hearty lentils and chickpeas, all topped with golden, grilled halloumi cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive gathering, this colorful meal is sure to please everyone at your table. With a preparation time of just 20 minutes, you can enjoy this refreshing dish warm or chilled as a salad. Elevate your dining experience with this wholesome creation!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup cooked lentils
- ½ cup canned chickpeas, rinsed
- 4 oz halloumi cheese, sliced
- ½ cup roasted beetroot, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils and rinsed chickpeas. Add the diced roasted beetroot.
- Dress with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and grill halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve the lentil-chickpea-beet mixture on plates topped with grilled halloumi.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 432
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 625mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 32mg