Vegetarian Argentinian Asado

Experience the vibrant flavors of a classic Argentinian tradition with a vegetarian twist in this Vegetarian Argentinian Asado. Perfect for grill enthusiasts, this recipe highlights an irresistible array of flame-kissed vegetables—zucchini, eggplant, corn on the cob, and smoky red bell peppers—paired with deliciously grilled Portobello mushrooms and golden slabs of Halloumi cheese. Each element is infused with the aromatic essence of olive oil and fresh rosemary, then garnished with a zesty squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh finish. Served with a drizzle of homemade chimichurri sauce, this dish brings the bold, rustic essence of an asado to your table, minus the meat. This quick and wholesome recipe is ready in under an hour, making it an ideal option for summer gatherings, backyard barbeques, or a flavorful weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Red bell peppers
• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Eggplant
• 4 large Portobello mushrooms
• 4 pieces Corn on the cob
• 200 grams Halloumi cheese
• 1 cup Chimichurri sauce
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 1 piece Lemon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Cut the red bell peppers into quarters, removing seeds and stems.

Step 3

Slice the zucchini into lengthwise strips about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 4

Cut the eggplant into 1/2-inch thick rounds.

Step 5

Clean the Portobello mushrooms and remove the stems.

Step 6

Husk the corn on the cob.

Step 7

Slice the Halloumi cheese into 1/2-inch thick slabs.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, salt, black pepper, and finely chopped rosemary leaves.

Step 9

Brush the olive oil mixture over all vegetables and Halloumi cheese slices.

Step 10

Place vegetables and Halloumi on the grill. Grill for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks. Monitor Halloumi more closely to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Remove vegetables and Halloumi from the grill and place on a serving platter.

Step 12

Squeeze lemon juice over grilled Halloumi and vegetables.

Step 13

Serve immediately, drizzling with chimichurri sauce for added flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2753.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3001.4

Total Fat 213.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 9634.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.8g	0%
Total Sugars 103.9g
Protein 103.7g	0%

Vitamin D 1.5IU	0%
Calcium 2170.9mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 6771.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.9%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 26.0%