HIGH-PROTEIN GREEK HALLOUMI BOWL

Name: HIGH-PROTEIN GREEK HALLOUMI BOWL
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Greek
Ingredients: 1 cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice (yields ~3 cups cooked); 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into thick strips; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 lemon, cut into wedges; 2 pita breads, cut into quarters; For the Greek Salad:; 1 cucumber, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt; 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried dill); 1/2 cup Kalamata olives; Extra crumbled feta (optional)

6 steps

Prep:15minCook:20min

A protein-packed Greek-inspired bowl with fluffy rice, crispy grilled halloumi, a fresh cucumber-tomato feta salad, and cool homemade tzatziki served with pita and olives.

Updated at: Sun, 29 Mar 2026 14:09:41 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1223.3 kcal (61%)

Total Fat55.9 g (80%)

Carbs133.1 g (51%)

Sugars13.1 g (15%)

Protein54.4 g (109%)

Sodium4433.3 mg (222%)

Fiber7.5 g (27%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Cook the Rice: Rinse rice and cook according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

Make the Salad: In a bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and feta. Drizzle with olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss.

Step 3

Prepare Tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Chill until ready to serve.

Step 4

Cook the Halloumi: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil. Grill halloumi slices for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp.

Step 5

Assemble the Bowl: Add rice as the base, top with grilled halloumi, Greek salad, a scoop of tzatziki, pita wedges, olives, and a lemon wedge.

Step 6

Serve: Garnish with extra feta or oregano if desired.