Description
Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Lemon and Thyme are a delightful summer treat that combines the creamy, salty flavor of halloumi cheese with zesty lemon and aromatic thyme. Perfect for barbecues or cozy dinners, these skewers are visually stunning and packed with fresh ingredients, making them an ideal dish to impress family and friends. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor, elevating your meal to new heights. Enjoy them warm as an appetizer or paired with a crisp salad as the main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz firm halloumi cheese, cubed
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping bell peppers and zucchini into bite-sized pieces. Cube halloumi into 1-inch squares.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and thyme to create the marinade.
- Thread halloumi cubes, bell peppers, and zucchini onto soaked wooden skewers.
- Preheat your grill over medium-high heat. Grill skewers for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Drizzle extra lemon juice over grilled skewers before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 40mg