Low Carb Grilled Halloumi Burger
Savor the irresistible flavors of this Low Carb Grilled Halloumi Burger, a healthy twist on your favorite comfort food. Featuring golden, crispy slices of halloumi cheese as the star ingredient, this recipe swaps traditional buns for fresh romaine lettuce, making it a perfect option for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle. A creamy homemade avocado spread, infused with bright lemon juice and a hint of garlic powder, adds a luscious layer of flavor, while vibrant slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion lend a refreshing crunch. Topped with fragrant mint leaves for an aromatic finish, this easy-to-prepare recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and serves two. Perfect for a light lunch or a guilt-free dinner, this halloumi burger proves that healthy eating can be indulgent too!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Halloumi cheese
- 1 whole Avocado
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 whole Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 whole Cucumber
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
1. Begin by preparing the homemade avocado spread. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
2. Add the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the avocado. Use a fork to mash and mix the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
3. Slice the halloumi cheese into four even slices, about 1 cm thick.
4. Heat a non-stick grill pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the halloumi slices. Grill for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
5. While the halloumi is grilling, wash and prepare your vegetables. Tear the romaine lettuce into large leaf pieces. Slice the tomato and cucumber into thin rounds. Peel and thinly slice the red onion.
6. To assemble the burgers, place two romaine lettuce leaves on each plate to form the bottom 'bun'.
7. Spread a generous amount of the avocado spread onto each set of lettuce leaves.
8. Place two slices of grilled halloumi on top of the avocado spread.
9. Top the halloumi with slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves.
10. Add another romaine lettuce leaf on top of the vegetables to form the top 'bun'.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious low carb grilled halloumi burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1295 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.8 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.3 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2612 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.7 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1936 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1467 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
