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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Mushroom Pepper Halloumi Sauce (80 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 248 mg of Calcium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 80 g
128
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 23% · Fat 64%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 552 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (small) | 30 g | 48 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (medium) | 60 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 180 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.
Make mushroom pepper halloumi sauce by cooking the mushrooms and peppers first, then adding the halloumi near the end. Let the mushrooms release and cook off their moisture before adding the cheese, so the sauce does not turn watery.
Mushroom pepper halloumi sauce is built around halloumi, mushrooms, and peppers. Onion, garlic, olive oil, and herbs or spices are common additions; recipes may also include tomato or cream, but neither is essential.
No, halloumi usually holds its shape rather than melting into mushroom pepper halloumi sauce. It browns well, so add it toward the end and cook it just until golden to keep the pieces tender.
Cook the mushrooms until their released liquid evaporates before combining them with the other ingredients. Use a wide pan and avoid overcrowding it; mushrooms steam and shed more liquid when packed tightly together.
Yes, mushroom pepper halloumi sauce works well with pasta. Toss it through freshly cooked pasta and loosen it with a splash of pasta water if needed; avoid simmering the halloumi for a long time, which can make it chewy.
Mushroom pepper halloumi sauce pairs well with crusty bread, roasted vegetables, rice, or baked potatoes. For a lighter plate, serve it with a crisp green salad to balance the rich, salty cheese.
Yes, mushroom pepper halloumi sauce can be made without cream. The mushrooms and peppers provide plenty of flavor; for a looser sauce, stir in a little broth or water rather than relying on cream.
It can taste salty because halloumi is a salty cheese. Taste the sauce before adding any extra salt, and briefly soak the halloumi in water and pat it dry if you want to reduce its saltiness.
Yes, you can prepare mushroom pepper halloumi sauce ahead, but it is best to cook the halloumi just before serving. Cook the mushrooms and peppers in advance, refrigerate them, then add and brown the cheese when reheating.
Yes, mushroom pepper halloumi sauce can be frozen, though the mushrooms may soften and the halloumi may become firmer after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it gently.
Vitamins
B12
0.58µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
B2
0.25mg · 19% DV
B5
0.58mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Calcium
248mg · 25% DV
Sodium
552mg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
168mg · 24% DV
Selenium
8.4µg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 128 calories in 1 serving (medium) (80 g):
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Mushroom pepper halloumi sauce brings together mushrooms and peppers with halloumi, the firm, brined cheese associated with Cyprus. It is best understood as a comforting sauce or topping rather than a single fixed traditional recipe, and can be made with simple everyday ingredients.
Halloumi turns golden while staying pleasantly springy; its salty, savoury flavour works well with tender mushrooms and sweet peppers. Serve it warm over pasta, spooned onto toast, or alongside grains and vegetables. The cheese contributes protein and calcium, while also making the sauce rich, so a modest serving can go a long way. For a lighter plate, use plenty of vegetables and keep added oil to a minimum.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.