Description
Experience the vibrant, sun-drenched flavors of the Mediterranean with this nutrient-packed Greek Meze Power Bowl. Combining heart-healthy grains, crisp garden vegetables, savory Kalamata olives, and perfectly browned halloumi cheese, this dish offers a symphony of textures and temperatures. Whether you are looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a beautiful, healthy meal for guests, this assembly-style bowl is as versatile as it is delicious. It brings the refined taste of a classic meze platter together into one nourishing and satisfying main course.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked bulgur or quinoa
2 to 3 cups baby spinach
2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (alcohol-free substitute), divided
10 ounces halloumi cheese, sliced
2 pita breads, cut into triangles
4 pickled artichoke hearts, halved
1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
1/2 English cucumber, seeded and diced
Instructions
Place the cooked bulgur or quinoa in the base of two bowls and top with a large handful of baby spinach.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, then drizzle over the greens and grains.
Heat the remaining olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the halloumi slices to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Remove the cheese and set aside; in the same pan, lightly toast the pita bread triangles until warm and golden.
Arrange the artichoke hearts, olives, cucumber, and hot halloumi over the prepared bowls.
Whisk the remaining vinegar and a teaspoon of oil together to lightly dress the fresh vegetables just before serving.
Notes
You can easily swap the grains for farro or brown rice. Add dollops of hummus or tzatziki to increase the creaminess of the bowl. Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 55mg