
A vibrant and flavorful Middle Eastern lunch featuring roasted vegetables, salty halloumi, and a creamy tahini dressing, all nestled in warm pita bread.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, toss the eggplant, bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly browned, flipping halfway through.
While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the tahini dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons of water. Add more water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency (it should be pourable).
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the halloumi slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly softened.
Warm the pita bread (optional – you can do this in the oven or on a stovetop).
To assemble the pitas, spread some tahini dressing inside each pita. Fill with roasted vegetables and fried halloumi.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving (79g)
Feel free to add other vegetables to the roast, such as cherry tomatoes, mushrooms, or carrots.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetables before roasting or to the tahini dressing.
If you don't have halloumi, feta cheese can be used as a substitute.
Toasting the pitas lightly before filling them adds a nice texture.
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