Description
These Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Lemon and Thyme are a delightful summer appetizer that combines creamy halloumi with zesty lemon and fresh thyme, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 block Halloumi Cheese
- 1 Lemon (juice and zest)
- Fresh Thyme (handful)
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
- Wooden Skewers (soaked in water for 30 minutes)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F or 200°C).
- Cut the halloumi cheese into 1-inch cubes.
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
- Thread the halloumi cubes onto the skewers, leaving space between pieces.
- Brush the skewers generously with the marinade mixture.
- Grill the skewers for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or main dish.
Notes
For best results, let the skewers sit without flipping too soon to achieve the perfect char. Leftover skewers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg