Description
The Halloumi & Chickpea Power Bowl with Soft-Boiled Egg is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines crispy halloumi, herbed chickpeas, sautéed greens, and juicy cherry tomatoes. This delightful meal is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to customize it based on your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying brunch or a wholesome lunch, this power bowl delivers on flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. With just 25 minutes of preparation and cooking time, you can enjoy a deliciously balanced meal packed with protein and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned or cooked chickpeas
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- 3–4 slices halloumi cheese
- 1 egg
- Olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Season the Chickpeas: Combine chickpeas with parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Set aside to marinate.
- Sauté the Greens & Tomatoes: In a non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté spinach or kale until wilted. Add cherry tomatoes and cook until soft. Set aside.
- Pan-Fry the Halloumi: Slice halloumi into ½-inch pieces and fry in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Boil the Egg: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan, gently add the egg, and cook for 7 minutes for a soft-set yolk. Cool in cold water before peeling.
- Assemble the Bowl: Layer herbed chickpeas, sautéed greens, tomatoes, halloumi slices, and the soft-boiled egg cut in half in a bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 186mg