Roasted Red Peppers with Halloumi

Elevate your next meal with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Roasted Red Peppers with Halloumi! Sweet, smoky red bell peppers are roasted to perfection, their luscious skins blistering under high heat, before being paired with golden, crispy halloumi cheese. A drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil, a bright squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkle of chopped parsley bring the dish together with a fresh, Mediterranean-inspired flair. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is as easy to prepare as it is impressive, making it the ideal appetizer, side dish, or light vegetarian main. Best served warm or at room temperature, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Red bell peppers
• 250 grams Halloumi cheese
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
• 1 whole Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 220°C (430°F).

Step 2

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.

Step 3

Cut the red bell peppers in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and membranes, and place them on the prepared baking sheet with the cut side facing down.

Step 4

Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the peppers and roast them in the oven for 20 minutes or until the skins are charred and blistered.

Step 5

While the peppers are roasting, slice the halloumi into 1-centimeter-thick pieces.

Step 6

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 7

Cook the halloumi for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Once the peppers are roasted, let them cool slightly, then carefully peel off the skins and arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 9

Finely mince the garlic cloves and mix them with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

Squeeze the juice of the lemon over the roasted peppers, and drizzle the garlic olive oil mixture evenly over the peppers and halloumi.

Step 11

Top with the golden-brown halloumi slices and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 12

Serve warm or at room temperature with crusty bread or a simple salad on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	843.2 grams (843.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1550

Total Fat 127.20g	163%
Saturated Fat 65.40g	327%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2235mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 41.90g	15%
Dietary Fiber 12.20g	44%
Total Sugars 24.00g
Protein 72.70g	145%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2351mg	181%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1179mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.4%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 10.5%