Low Carb Grilled Halloumi Burger
Savor the irresistible flavor of a **Low Carb Grilled Halloumi Burger**, a fresh and satisfying alternative to traditional burgers! This recipe swaps the bun for crisp romaine lettuce, creating a keto-friendly base that lets the star ingredient—golden, seared halloumi cheese—shine. Complemented by a creamy homemade avocado spread with a zesty hint of lemon, and layered with vibrant slices of tomato, cucumber, red onion, and fragrant mint, this burger is as colorful as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect quick and healthy meal for two. Whether you’re following a low-carb lifestyle or simply looking for a fresh twist on burger night, this recipe delivers a flavorful balance of texture and tang in every bite.
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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
Directions
Step 1
1. Begin by preparing the homemade avocado spread. Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
3. Slice the halloumi cheese into four even slices, about 1 cm thick.
Step 4
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.
Step 5
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.
Step 6
6. To assemble the burgers, place two romaine lettuce leaves on each plate to form the bottom 'bun'.
Step 7
7. Spread a generous amount of the avocado spread onto each set of lettuce leaves.
Step 8
8. Place two slices of grilled halloumi on top of the avocado spread.
Step 9
9. Top the halloumi with slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion. Garnish with a few fresh mint leaves.
Step 10
10. Add another romaine lettuce leaf on top of the vegetables to form the top 'bun'.
Step 11
11. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious low carb grilled halloumi burger!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1294.9 |
| Total Fat 103.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2612.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 48.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.8g | |
| Protein 60.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1936.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1466.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories