Grilled Halloumi Skewers
A vibrant, flavor-packed dish of grilled halloumi skewers infused with zesty lemon and fresh thyme, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound halloumi cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Wooden skewers (soaked in water)
Instructions
- Prep the Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes.
- Cut the Halloumi: Slice the halloumi into 1-inch cubes.
- Marinate the Halloumi: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Add the halloumi cubes and toss until coated. Let marinate for 15–20 minutes.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated halloumi onto the skewers, adding cherry tomatoes or bell peppers if desired.
- Preheat the Grill: Get your grill nice and hot (around medium heat).
- Grill the Skewers: Cook for about 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and charred.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the skewers from the grill and serve warm with garnishes as desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add in vegetables like cherry tomatoes or peak peppers when assembling skewers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: halloumi, grilled cheese, summer recipe, skewers, vegetarian grilling