Description
These Greek Lemon Herb Halloumi & Veggie Skewers are a vibrant celebration of Mediterranean flavors, featuring golden halloumi cheese and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables. Perfect for grilling or roasting, they make for a delightful main course or side dish.
Ingredients
- Halloumi Cheese
- Bell Peppers (red, yellow, and orange)
- Red Onion
- Zucchini
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Lemon Zest
- Dried Oregano
- Fresh Garlic (minced)
- Salt
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Skewers (If Using Wooden): If you’re using wooden skewers, immerse them in water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Prep the Halloumi and Vegetables: Drain the halloumi block and pat it dry with paper towels. Cut the halloumi into roughly 1-inch cubes. Wash and chop your bell peppers, red onion, and zucchini into pieces that are similar in size to your halloumi cubes. Leave the cherry tomatoes whole.
- Marinate: Add the cubed halloumi, chopped vegetables (bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes) to the bowl with the marinade. Toss everything gently to ensure all the halloumi and veggies are well coated. Cover the bowl and let it marinate at room temperature for at least 20-30 minutes, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
- Assemble the Skewers: Thread the marinated halloumi and vegetables onto your soaked wooden or metal skewers, alternating the ingredients.
- Cook the Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the skewers on the hot grill. Cook for about 3-5 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the halloumi is golden brown and slightly crisp, and the vegetables are tender-crisp. Total cooking time will be around 12-18 minutes.
- Serve Immediately: Transfer the cooked skewers to a platter. A final squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley or dill are wonderful additions right before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling or Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure uniformity in size for even cooking. Don't overcrowd the skewers to allow heat circulation. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning. Marinate for at least 20-30 minutes for best flavor.