Description
Indulge in a flavorful Halloumi Burger with a delectable Smoky Red Pepper Aioli. This vegetarian burger is a delicious twist on a classic favorite, featuring grilled halloumi cheese and a zesty homemade aioli.
Ingredients
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For the Halloumi Burger:
- 7 oz / 200g halloumi cheese
- 2 burger buns
- 1 small to medium red onion – sliced
- 2 lettuce pieces
- 4 tomato slices
- 2–3 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
For the Red Pepper Aioli:
- 1/4 cup whole egg mayonnaise
- 2 oz / 55g marinated roasted red peppers
- 1 small garlic clove – or 2 if you like it garlicky
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Red Pepper Aioli: Combine mayo, drained red peppers, garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth. Add lemon juice to taste.
- Prepare the Halloumi: Slice halloumi, rub with olive oil, and grill until golden brown on both sides.
- Cook Onions: Cook sliced onions with olive oil until softened.
- Assemble the Burger: Toast buns, spread aioli on bottoms, layer with lettuce, tomatoes, grilled onions, and halloumi. Top with more aioli and bun tops.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
