Harissa Honey Halloumi Bowls with Lemon Tahini Drizzle

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Harissa Honey Halloumi Bowls with Lemon Tahini Drizzle


**Prep Time:** 15 mins | **Cook Time:** 20 mins | **Servings:** 2  


### **Ingredients**  

**For the Bowl:**  

- 8 oz halloumi cheese, sliced into planks  

- 1 cup cooked quinoa or couscous  

- 1 small sweet potato, diced & roasted  

- ½ cup chickpeas, drained & patted dry  

- 2 cups shredded kale or spinach  

- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced  

- 2 tbsp harissa paste (adjust for spice)  

- 1 tbsp honey  

- 1 tsp smoked paprika  

- Olive oil for roasting  


**For the Tahini Drizzle:**  

- 3 tbsp tahini  

- 2 tbsp lemon juice  

- 1 garlic clove, minced  

- 3 tbsp warm water  

- Pinch of cumin  


**Garnish:**  

- Fresh cilantro or mint  

- Pomegranate seeds  

- Toasted pine nuts  


### **Instructions**  

1. **Roast veggies**: Toss sweet potatoes and chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast at 425°F (220°C) for 20 mins until crispy.  

2. **Marinate halloumi**: Mix harissa and honey. Coat halloumi slices and let sit 5 mins.  

3. **Sear cheese**: In a hot skillet, cook halloumi 2 mins per side until caramelized.  

4. **Make dressing**: Whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, water, and cumin until smooth.  

5. **Assemble bowls**: Layer quinoa, kale, roasted veggies, halloumi, and red onion. Drizzle with tahini sauce and garnish.  


**Pro Tips:**  

• **Halloumi trick**: Pat dry before cooking to prevent sticking  

• **Meal prep**: Roast veggies and make dressing ahead  

• **Vegan option**: Substitute grilled tofu with same marinade  


**Why This Recipe Shines:**  

🌶️ Sweet-spicy harissa balance  

🧀 Satisfying crispy halloumi texture  

🥙 Endlessly customizable base  


Perfect for lunchboxes or date-night dinners! Want a grain-free version or extra protein ideas?

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