Roasted Mushroom and Halloumi Grain Bowl Recipe (2024)

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Excellent flavors and textures - we loved it! I did fennel, radishes and dill and it was delicious. I recommend roasting for a shorter period of time. After 15 minutes some of the halloumi was too dry and hard.

Krista

Sorghum! I think the texture would be a nice replacement for barley.

Mary Lynn

This seemed like a lot of work (I roasted the Brussel sprouts, lots of steps and chopping). I used radishes, celery, and cucumber. I sort of hoped I wouldn't think it was worth it, but it was DELICIOUS! All the textures and flavors! Will certainly make again.

Jane

I used farro, and it was delicious, and very filling. Personally, I think one layer of everything is sufficient. I’ll use more raw veggies next time, and oyster mushrooms, I think they crisp better than creminis

Jen

Suggest a shorter roasting time for the cheese to avoid over-crisping. Otherwise this is delicious!

Katelin

I used instant barley (took about 15 minutes to cook and the texture was a little softer than normal pearl barley, but still held up well). I also used lemon juice from a bottle and instead of the zest just tossed a few splashes over the cooked mushroom/cheese mixture, then stirred that together. I did this with radishes, fennel bulb, cucumbers, and dill. This tasted like my mom's mushroom strudel if it was a salad instead of made with phyllo dough.

Barna

One of my new favorite vegetarian but high protein recipes. The combination of the raw vegetables, lemon with grilled halloumi, onion, mushrooms make it taste super rich & super fresh. I've made it a couple of times already, always using different kinds of fresh veggies, herbs, and I always wanted more, could not get tired of it. Thank you!

Lollygag

This is my most favorite dinner these days! It has a little bit of everything I think is delicious. We use the quick cooking Trader Joe's farro cooked in veggie chick'n broth and a splash of apple cider vinegar.

SHINES2

Loved the concept and all the parts. But when served as suggested, it kinda ended up being (yummy) slop. Would make more sense to just do grains on bottom, then mushroom mix, then fresh garnish. The yogurt didn’t add much. Would just sprinkle the olives and drizzle good oil on top.

Jean F

Nom! I loved this. Interestingly, unlike others, the best part for me was the crispy cheese. At 25 minutes of roasting I added another 5 minutes to get it more golden and crunchy! I added fresh brocolli for the last 20 minutes of roasting and used celery, peppers, and cucumber to the barley.

Zoya Kachadurian

I haven't made this yet, but I always pan cook my halloumi. You have more control and you only need to spray the pan or use a non stick.

KWH

It's a bit fiddly, but worth it for the variety of flavors and textures. I liked it for dinner, but I loved how well it held up for cold lunch the next day. It's worth thinking about that ahead of time and choosing sturdy raw veg like radishes, celery, carrots, seedless cucumber, etc. that will keep their crunch.

Laurie Heath

I loosely followed the recipe and it still worked out extremely well. I roasted the mushrooms the way I usually roast them; boiled the farro in broth; used baby spinach instead of watercress because the store was out of watercress; and used a marinated grilling cheese instead of halloumi because it was half the price. For the raw veggies I diced some cucumber, carrot, and celery. This is definitely greater than the sum of its parts and I will be making it again!

Jeff

I really liked the recipe, but the raw veggies should get mixed into the yogurt (kept in a separate bowl until right before you eat) instead of into the grains, especially if you plan to have leftovers.

leigh k

While I was cooking I got worried this wouldn’t be worth the effort but it was delicious. All I had was kale and celery but somehow it worked. I love that you can use any grain and any vegetables you have lying around.

Anna

Made with cucumbers, celery, mint, and basil. For the sauce, used half Costco tzatziki and half whole milk Greek yogurt. Absolutely delish. I’ve never roasted halloumi before, but now can confirm it’s truly spectacular whether roasted, pan-fried, or grilled. Yum!!!

Trace

This was a hit! Used thinly sliced carrots, cucumber, and radishes for the raw veggies, nonfat Greek yogurt, farro, and mint - YUM! Didn't even need the drizzle of olive oil at the end!

paul

This is a beautiful grain bowl - loved the blend of raw and cooked texture. Went with radish and cuke for the veggies, dill for the herb, farro for the grain.

Sarah D

Kind of an odd combination, but once you get it all together, it’s quite delicious. Added some roasted cauliflower to the mushrooms, which worked out really well.

InkieD

This dish was disappointing. It’s tasted fine but was too much effort for an okay result. Mixing the roasted mushrooms, scallions & halloumi to the farro (which I used instead of barley) would be a satisfying meal in itself. To me, the fresh veg & yogurt/olive sauce didn’t add much.

Lisa R

Easy to prep and assemble. I used brown rice b/c I can't have gluten, and that was a perfect replacement texturally. The veggies I had on hand were brussel sprouts, red pepper, and radishes, with chives as the herb. I also added pine nuts. I can tell this will make great leftovers, too!

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Roasted Mushroom and Halloumi Grain Bowl Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Should you soak halloumi before cooking? ›

Why do you soak halloumi before cooking? While completely optional, many swear by this step for a softer, more flavourful, and sweeter result that will set your halloumi apart from all others. The easiest method is to soak the whole block of cheese in cold water for at least two hours (or overnight if you have time).

How do you keep halloumi from getting rubbery? ›

My halloumi is too tough / rubbery

This can happen when it's cooked for too long in the oven, so next time try a lower cook time or thicker slices. It can also happen when it's been sitting out for too long, or with reheated halloumi.

Can you eat halloumi before cooking? ›

Halloumi could be eaten raw, but it typically isn't as its flavour and texture is enhanced when cooked. A big part of enjoying halloumi is the crisp, browned outside and soft inside when cooked, and this would be lost if eaten raw.

How do Greeks eat halloumi? ›

Best Ways To Eat Halloumi

In Greece, we love to serve grilled Halloumi as a warm salad with grilled vegetables or over a dark leafy green salad (like a mixture of spinach and rocket for example). Inside wraps and sandwiches instead of meat.

Why soak halloumi in cold water? ›

It's actually not necessary—you can simply grill or fry your Halloumi as is—but if the halloumi is too salty for their taste, many soak the cheese in cold water anywhere from 60 minutes to up to 24 hours. They'll get a sweeter, milder bite, without affecting the squeaky, firm texture.

Can halloumi be cooked in the oven? ›

Baked halloumi

Cut your halloumi into 5mm-1cm thick slices, then lay them in a single layer in an ovenproof dish. Drizzle with a little olive oil, then place in the oven for 10-15 minutes; turning halfway through.

Is halloumi cheese healthy? ›

When eaten regularly in large quantities halloumi can be considered unhealthy, as this fried cheese is pretty high in saturated fat and salt. However, when eaten sporadically as part of a balanced diet, halloumi has a range of health benefits, as it's high in calcium and protein.

Why is halloumi so expensive? ›

What's more, halloumi is made from sheep's milk, which is more expensive than cow's milk or goat's milk due to a lower milking yield from sheep. And halloumi is often aged, which can also amplify the price.

Can I eat halloumi raw? ›

What is halloumi? Originating from Cyprus, halloumi is a semi-hard, un-ripened, brined cheese that can be made from cow, sheep or goat's milk. It can be eaten raw but is truly delicious cooked, having a high melting point, makes it an excellent choice for grilling or frying.

How do you know when halloumi is cooked? ›

Heat a dry frying pan over a medium heat, then add the cheese. Allow to toast for 2–3 minutes, or until the halloumi is golden-brown.

What goes well with halloumi? ›

Stack in style and combine fried slices of halloumi with harissa, red peppers, aubergine and hummus. If you don't fancy quite such a beastly bap, treat fried halloumi as you would a meat patty and top with salad and sauce of your choice, grilled mushrooms, avocado or salsa. Maybe hold the processed cheese slice though.

Can you cook halloumi in an air fryer? ›

Directions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  2. Slice halloumi into 6 equal slices, cut each slice in half, and dry with a paper towel. ...
  3. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. ...
  4. Cook for 7 to 9 minutes until golden brown, but make sure not to overcook or they turn rubbery.
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What is halloumi called in the USA? ›

Many Halloumi-style cheeses are prepared by dairy and goat farmers in Canada and the United States. For legal proprietary reasons, these cheeses are usually called Halloumi-style or grillable cheeses. Sometimes they are called grilling cheese or frying cheese, or queso de freír in Spanish.

Which is healthier, feta or halloumi? ›

Brands vary, but feta is usually the winner. Haloumi tends to have more calories and a higher fat content. Plus, it usually has more salt. Haloumi makes a good cooking cheese thanks to its high melting point.

What country eats the most halloumi? ›

Currently, the UK is the country consuming the highest number of halloumi cheese outside of Cyprus.

Should you soak halloumi cheese? ›

Soak the halloumi in water for 30 minutes or up to 24 hours to remove the salty taste.

How long to soak halloumi in boiling water? ›

Put the halloumi into a bowl and boil a kettle of water. Pour the boiling water over the halloumi and leave for 20 minutes. This will make the cheese really soft and smooth in the centre when cooked.

Does soaking halloumi remove salt? ›

After soaking, remove the halloumi from the water and allow it to drain. It's important to note that while soaking halloumi can help reduce its sodium content to some extent, it won't eliminate it entirely.

Should I keep halloumi in water? ›

How to store halloumi. An unopened packet of halloumi will keep in the fridge for up to a year. Once opened store in salt water in the fridge.

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