Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Herbs & Lemon
Golden-brown grilled halloumi cheese skewers seasoned with fresh thyme and a touch of lemon. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these skewers are a protein-rich, flavorful vegetarian appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 4 skewers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz halloumi cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 15 minutes to prevent burning.
- In a bowl, gently toss halloumi cubes with olive oil, thyme, paprika (if using), and black pepper.
- Thread the halloumi cubes onto skewers, spacing them slightly apart.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and lightly charred.
- Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges and garnish with additional thyme if desired.
Notes
- Use a grill pan if an outdoor grill is not available.
- Halloumi holds its shape well on the grill and doesn’t melt, making it ideal for skewers.
- Serve with a side salad or warm flatbread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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