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Griddled Vegetables and Halloumi with Couscous

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A vibrant dish featuring griddled vegetables paired with crispy halloumi and fluffy couscous, perfect for summer dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 200 g halloumi cheese, sliced
  • 1 courgette, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 aubergine (eggplant), sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 150 g couscous
  • 200 ml boiling vegetable stock
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Couscous: Place the couscous in a bowl and pour over the boiling vegetable stock. Cover the bowl and let the couscous absorb the liquid for 5 minutes. Then, fluff it gently with a fork to separate the grains.
  2. Heat the Griddle Pan: Place a griddle pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush it with olive oil to prevent sticking and to add flavor.
  3. Toss the Vegetables: In a mixing bowl, toss the sliced courgette, aubergine, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion with half of the olive oil, salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.
  4. Griddle the Vegetables: Arrange the vegetables on the griddle and cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side until they are tender and have developed light char marks.
  5. Sear the Halloumi: Add the halloumi slices to the hot griddle and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and show distinct grill marks.
  6. Flavor the Couscous: Stir the lemon juice, chopped fresh mint, and parsley into the fluffed couscous. Season lightly with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Assemble the Dish: Divide the couscous between two plates, top with the griddled vegetables and halloumi, and drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Serve immediately for best flavor.

Notes

For the best flavor, let the vegetables marinate in olive oil, salt, and pepper for about 10 minutes before grilling. Don’t overcrowd the griddle; this ensures that each vegetable gets that perfect char. Feel free to experiment with different vegetables according to the season.

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