Lemon Herb Grilled Halloumi Skewers
Lemon Herb Grilled Halloumi Skewers
Ingredients
For the Halloumi Marinade
- 1 pound halloumi cheese, block, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Skewers
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 bell pepper, red, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 zucchini, medium, cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 8 wooden or metal skewers, if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes
For Serving (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 1 lemon wedges, for serving
- 4 pita bread, warmed
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Add the cubed halloumi cheese and toss gently to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes.
⏱️ 15 min
- 2
While the halloumi marinates, prepare your vegetables. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400
- 3
Thread the halloumi cubes, red onion pieces, red bell pepper pieces, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini half-moons onto the skewers, alternating ingredients for an appealing look. You should get about 8 skewers.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Lightly brush the grill grates with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the halloumi is golden brown and slightly softened, and the vegetables are tender-crisp with nice grill marks. This will take about 8 to 12 minutes total.
⏱️ 12 min
- 5
Remove the skewers from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges and warm pita bread, if desired.
⏱️ 5 min
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Lemon Herb Grilled Halloumi Skewers
Ingredients
For the Halloumi Marinade
- 1 pound halloumi cheese, block, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Skewers
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 bell pepper, red, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 zucchini, medium, cut into 1/2-inch thick half-moons
- 8 wooden or metal skewers, if using wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes
For Serving (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 1 lemon wedges, for serving
- 4 pita bread, warmed
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Add the cubed halloumi cheese and toss gently to coat. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes.
⏱️ 15 min - 2
While the halloumi marinates, prepare your vegetables. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
⏱️ 10 min•🌡️ 400 - 3
Thread the halloumi cubes, red onion pieces, red bell pepper pieces, cherry tomatoes, and zucchini half-moons onto the skewers, alternating ingredients for an appealing look. You should get about 8 skewers.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Lightly brush the grill grates with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the halloumi is golden brown and slightly softened, and the vegetables are tender-crisp with nice grill marks. This will take about 8 to 12 minutes total.
⏱️ 12 min - 5
Remove the skewers from the grill and arrange them on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges and warm pita bread, if desired.
⏱️ 5 min