Description
Fresh and savory grilled halloumi skewers infused with lemon and thyme, perfect for summer meals and vegetarian grilling.
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
- Slice the halloumi cheese into 1-inch cubes.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl.
- Add halloumi cubes and toss gently to coat. Marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
- Thread marinated halloumi cubes onto skewers with small gaps between pieces.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill skewers for 2 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove from grill and garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh thyme for the best flavor.
- Do not overcook the halloumi or it may become rubbery.
- Serve immediately while warm for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 980
- Fat: 24
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 65