Keto Halloumi Vegetable Traybake

Name: Keto Halloumi Vegetable Traybake
Prep time: 12 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 34 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: keto
Ingredients: Halloumi; Olive Oil; Red Onion; Cauliflower Florets by Flavorite; Broccoli Florets; Tahini; Maple Flavored Syrup by Lakanto; Garlic; Lemon Juice; Red Bell Peppers, Raw; Yellow Bell Peppers, Raw; Salt, Sea Salt; Black Pepper

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Prepare Time 12 minutes

Cook Time 22 minutes

This tasty Keto traybake is loaded with fats and flavor from tender low carb vegetables and tangy halloumi cheese. Our tasty Keto traybake is prepared with juicy bell peppers, broccoli and cauliflower florets, sweet red onion and salty halloumi slices. Once baked, the cheese and vegetables are drizzled in a sweet and zesty halloumi dressing. Perfect served as a side dish to accompany your Keto mains. ### Can I Use a Different Cheese? We have used halloumi cheese for our simple Keto traybake as it has the perfect texture and taste for baking. If you would like to use a different cheese, then you need to ensure you have a firm cheese that can be cooked to high temperatures without melting. Paneer cheese or queso blanco would both make good substitutions. Be sure to adjust your macros to account for any changes made to the recipe. ### Serving Suggestions This warm Keto traybake makes a great side dish for 6 people. The vegetables and cheese make a great accompaniment to roasted or grilled meats, or a vegetarian main. Alternatively, if you are following a low carb diet and have a higher daily carb limit, this can be served four ways as a light lunch option.

How to make Keto Halloumi Vegetable Traybake

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Dice the cauliflower and broccoli into even-sized florets. Slice the bell pepper into 1 inch strips and slice the onion into 6 segments. Arrange the prepared vegetables across a shallow oven tray. Drizzle over 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Use your hands to coat the vegetables in the oil and seasoning. Transfer to the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
While the vegetables are baking, slice the halloumi into 6 even strips. Remove the part cooked vegetables from the oven. Arrange the halloumi strips in amongst the vegetables. Return to the oven for a further 10-12 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and the cheese is hot and turning golden.
While the cheese is cooking, you can prepare the sauce. Crush the garlic and add to a small bowl. Add the tahini, lakanto, a tablespoon of olive oil, the lemon juice and a good pinch of salt. Whisk together to combine until smooth. Add two tablespoons of water and whisk to thin the dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed and add more water if you would like a thinner dressing. Drizzle the dressing over the warm vegetables and cheese to serve.

Ingredients of Keto Halloumi Vegetable Traybake

Ingredient	Quantity
1. Halloumi	8 ounce
2. Olive Oil	3 tablespoon
3. Red Onion	1 medium - 2 1/2" diameter
4. Cauliflower Florets by Flavorite	1 cup
5. Broccoli Florets	1 cups
6. Tahini	1 tablespoon
7. Maple Flavored Syrup by Lakanto	1 teaspoon
8. Garlic	1 clove
9. Lemon Juice	½ tablespoon
10. Red Bell Peppers, Raw	½ large - 3" diameter x 3 3/4"
11. Yellow Bell Peppers, Raw	½ large - 3" diameter x 3 3/4"
12. Salt, Sea Salt	½ teaspoon
13. Black Pepper	⅛ teaspoon

Keto Halloumi Vegetable Traybake nutrients

caloriesKCal: 221.601 caloriesKJ: 402.445 totalCarbs: 6.658 diabetesCarbsADA: 6.658 netCarbs: 4.238 diabetesCarbs: 4.345 fiber: 2.207 starch: 0.294 sugar: 2.581 addedSugar: 0 sugarAlcohols: 0.214 protein: 10.258 fat: 17.776 transFat: 0.024 monousatFat: 5.436 polyunsatFat: 1.314 omega3Fat: 0.066 omega6Fat: 1.248 saturatedFat: 7.888 cholesterol: 27 vitaminA: 23.913 vitaminC: 51.399 vitaminD: 0 vitaminE: 1.254 vitaminK: 5.259 vitaminB1: 0.052 vitaminB2: 0.033 vitaminB3: 0.435 vitaminB5: 0.115 vitaminB6: 0.098 vitaminB12: 0 potassium: 129.832 magnesium: 8.036 calcium: 241.981 iron: 0.444 zinc: 0.214 copper: 0.069 phosphorus: 31.833 sodium: 610.744 selenium: 1.086 folate: 16.527 choline: 3.603 alcohol: 0 caffeine: 0 gluten: 0 manganese: 0.108 conjugatedLinoleicAcid: 0 phyticAcid: 51.796 xylitol: 0.002 isomalt: 0 sorbitol: 0 maltitol: 0 lactitol: 0 erythritol: 0 pinitol: 0 inositol: 0.029 mannitol: 0.018

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the keto diet have any cognitive benefits?

Some studies suggest that the keto diet may have cognitive benefits, including improved focus and mental clarity, due to the brain's utilization of ketones as energy.

What is the role of ketones in a keto diet?

Ketones are produced when the body breaks down fats for energy in the absence of sufficient carbs. They serve as an alternative fuel source, especially for the brain.

What should I do if I experience keto flu?

Keto flu symptoms, like fatigue and headaches, are common when transitioning into ketosis. Stay hydrated, increase your electrolyte intake, and give your body time to adjust.