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red lentils and halloumi stir-fry with greens in a white plate
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Curried Red Lentil and Halloumi Stir-Fry

Discover this curried Red Lentils and Halloumi Stir-Fry. Learn about the nutritional benefits of skinless lentils.
Course Main Course, stir fry
Cuisine Middle East
Keyword curry, halloumi, legums, lentils, stir fry
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 portions
Calories 668kcal
Author missblasco

Equipment

  • Wok or fry pan

Ingredients

  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed
  • 7 oz halloumi cheese sliced
  • 1/2 onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium carrot diced
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups lamb's lettuce or baby spinach
  • Extra virgin olive oil salt, and pepper

Instructions

  • Sauté the onion and carrot in a pan with olive oil until soft.
  • Add the red lentils, spices, and salt. Cover with water (about 2 cups) and simmer for 12–15 minutes until the water is absorbed and lentils are tender.
  • While lentils cook, sear the halloumi slices in a hot skillet with a drop of oil for 2 minutes per side until golden.
  • Place a bed of lamb's lettuce on a plate, top with the warm lentil stir-fry, and finish with the grilled halloumi slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 668kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 1243mg | Potassium: 1202mg | Fiber: 30g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 7954IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 1095mg | Iron: 8mg