Big Balsamic-glazed Halloumi & Gluten-free Pasta Bowl with Peppers
Big Balsamic-glazed Halloumi & Gluten-free Pasta Bowl with Peppers brings Italian flavour to a plate that delivers 42g of protein for 1106 kcal. A reliable weeknight dinner that reheats beautifully for meal prep.
Ingredients
- 110g halloumi
- 270g gluten-free pasta
- 80g red pepper
- 80g aubergine
- 15g balsamic vinegar
- 5g honey
- 3g garlic
- 5g olive oil
- 30g goat's cheese
- 15g walnuts
- 20g rocket
Method
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Prep everything first: wash and trim the peppers and aubergine, then measure out the sauce ingredients.
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Cook the gluten-free pasta for 8-10 minutes, stirring often, and rinse briefly to stop it sticking.
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Slice the halloumi and dry-fry in a griddle pan for 2 minutes per side until charred.
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Simmer the balsamic vinegar with honey and garlic for 2-3 minutes until syrupy. Drizzle over the protein and veg.
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Meanwhile, steam or stir-fry the peppers and aubergine for 3-5 minutes until just tender with a little bite.
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Build the bowl: gluten-free pasta first, then the veg and halloumi, spooning over any remaining sauce. Finish with the rocket.
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Bulking upgrade: add the goat's cheese, walnuts for extra energy-dense calories.
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