Savory dinner with herbs, cucumber, lemon, and fresh mint

Dinner

Halloumi Grain Bowls with Mint Herb Dressing

Salty halloumi, warm grains, crunchy vegetables, and a lemon-mint herb dressing.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces halloumi, sliced
  • 3 cups cooked farro or quinoa
  • 1 cucumber, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup olives
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 cup parsley leaves
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 small garlic clove
  • Olive oil, salt, and pepper

Method

  1. Divide warm grains, cucumber, tomatoes, and olives among bowls.
  2. Blend mint, parsley, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a pourable dressing.
  3. Sear halloumi in a hot skillet until golden on both sides.
  4. Place halloumi over the bowls.
  5. Drizzle generously with mint herb dressing.

Fresh Mint Tip

If the dressing tastes sharp, add another spoonful of olive oil rather than extra sweetener.