Warm Lemony Pastaa with Fresh Mint & Grated Halloumi Cheese

INGREDIENTS

450 g gemelli pasta

5 1/2 cups water

2 vegetable bouillon cubes or 2 tablespoons of vegetable bouillon paste

1/2 tsp sea salt

Juice of 1 medium lemon, 1/3 cup of lemon juice

1/4 cup of fresh mint finely chopped or 3 tbsp dried mint

1 cup or more grated halloumi cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large pot, add 5 1/2 cups of water and vegetable bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil and stir to dissolve bouillon cubes. Season with salt and add in pasta.

Cook pasta for 8-10 minutes until al dente and broth has slightly thickened. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice and mint.

Plate and top with a generous amount of grated halloumi cheese. Serve immediately while hot.

 

Tip

Add in leftover roast chicken for protein for an even more fulfilling meal.