Greek-Inspired Halloumi Skewers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
6 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
56 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
536 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Greek-Inspired Halloumi Skewers
Description
The recipe starts with a marinade of garlic, thyme, mint, oregano (or substitutions like parsley or basil), lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Halloumi cheese is cut into roughly one-inch chunks, and vegetables such as zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, baby bella mushrooms, and bell pepper are prepared into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.
Halloumi and vegetables are tossed in the marinade separately (salt is added to vegetables due to the cheese’s inherent saltiness) and marinated for at least 30 minutes or up to a day to infuse flavor. Wooden skewers, soaked to prevent burning, are threaded with alternating pieces to create colorful, flavorful kabobs.
Grilling these skewers over medium heat develops browned edges and softens vegetables while heating the halloumi so it retains a firm texture with a light crispness on the outside. The fresh herb marinade adds brightness to the natural saltiness of the cheese and sweetness of the vegetables.
The dish suits serving with pita bread and sauces like tzatziki or lemon herb tahini for a complete Mediterranean-inspired meal. Adjust the amount of halloumi or vegetable quantity to accommodate serving sizes.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 4 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 3 Tablespoons oregano also sub parsley or basil, mix of fresh herbs
- 3 Tablespoons thyme
- 3 Tablespoons mint
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ¼ cup olive oil
- black pepper to taste, freshly ground
- red pepper flakes to taste
Skewers
- 14 ounces halloumi cheese
- 1 medium zucchini 1/2 inch rounds or half circles
- 1 medium red onion peeled, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
- 10-12 tomatoes cherry or grape
- 8-10 baby bella mushroom
- 1-2 bell pepper 1 inch chunks
- salt for veggies, to taste
- neutral cooking oil for grill, generic cooking oil
Serving Ideas
- pita bread
- tzatziki sauce
- lemon herb tahini sauce
Instructions
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients, or shake in a jar, until completely combined. There is no salt initially, because the halloumi is already very salty.
- Remove the block of halloumi from the package and pat dry with paper towels. Cut the block into about 1-inch large chunks. Prepare the rest of the veggies as needed, cutting the zucchini, onion, and bell pepper into chunks. Keep the veggies on the smaller side, and as evenly sized as possible, for even cooking.
- Toss the halloumi and veggies together with the marinade. If marinading the cheese and veggies separately, add salt to the veggies. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, up to one day in the fridge. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water while the marinade rests.
- To skewer: carefully thread the halloumi and veggies onto the skewer, leaving a little space between each piece. Sprinkle a little salt over the veggies before cooking, if you didn't marinade them on their own.
- Heat the grill (or grill pan) over medium-high heat and brush the grates well with oil, and the halloumi as needed.
- Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook on each side for 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear and the cheese is golden brown on the sides.
- Remove and serve immediately. Excellent garnished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, fresh herbs, and black pepper. Serve with pita bread and tzatziki or tahini sauce as desired.
Notes
- Halloumi size varies by brand; ALDI 7-ounce blocks are commonly used; adjust quantity to desired serving size.
- Marinade halloumi and vegetables separately to control salt levels; add salt only to vegetables.
- Soak wooden skewers in water before grilling to prevent burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 536 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 536kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 42g | 65% |
| Saturated Fat | 21g | 105% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Sodium | 1373mg | 57% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 1449IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 59mg | 66% |
| Calcium | 1228mg | 123% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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