Mediterranean Diet Saganaki
Transform your culinary routine with this irresistible Mediterranean Diet Saganaki recipe, a classic Greek dish elevated with fresh herbs and vibrant flavors. Featuring Kefalotyri or Halloumi cheese, this appetizer delights with its crispy golden crust and tender, gooey center. The quick preparation, only 10 minutes of prep and cook time, makes it perfect for entertaining or a simple weeknight treat. Drizzled with zesty lemon juice and garnished with fresh parsley and oregano, this dish is a tribute to the Mediterranean's wholesome, herbaceous taste profile. Serve it hot alongside crusty bread or a crisp side salad for an unforgettable dining experience. Vegetarian-friendly and rich in flavor, Mediterranean Diet Saganaki brings the essence of healthy Mediterranean cooking straight to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Kefalotyri or Halloumi cheese
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Cut the Kefalotyri or Halloumi cheese into thick slices, approximately 1-1.5 cm thick.
Spread the flour on a plate and gently dredge each slice of cheese in the flour, coating all sides. Shake off excess flour and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the flour-dusted cheese slices into the pan.
Fry the cheese for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they develop a golden-brown crust.
While the cheese is frying, juice the lemon and chop the fresh parsley and oregano.
Once the cheese is golden brown on both sides, remove from the pan and place on a serving platter.
Drizzle the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the fried cheese.
Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley, oregano, and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy with crusty bread or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.4 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.1 g | 306% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 3008 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 68.7 g | 137% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1809 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 474 mg | 10% | |
*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.
