5 from 12 votes
Greek-Inspired Halloumi Skewers
Greek-Inspired Halloumi Skewers feature chunks of salty halloumi cheese and an assortment of vegetables marinated together in fresh herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil. The marinated pieces are threaded onto skewers and grilled, resulting in a combination of charred, tender veggies and grilled cheese with a firm but squeaky texture and herby notes.
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
6 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
56 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
536 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
Marinade
- 4 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 3 Tablespoons thyme
- 3 Tablespoons mint
- 3 Tablespoons oregano also sub parsley or basil, mix of fresh herbs
- 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.
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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
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%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 536
% 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.