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Grilled Halloumi Skewers

Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Lemon and Thyme Bliss

Grilled Halloumi Skewers combine cheese, lemon, and thyme for a delightful vegetarian appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 8 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 8 oz Halloumi Cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or light vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice fresh for best flavor
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves or dried thyme in less quantity
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust according to preference
  • to taste Salt omit or reduce due to halloumi's brined nature
  • 4 Wooden Skewers soak in water for at least 30 minutes

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cube the Halloumi cheese into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, black pepper, and salt.
  3. Marinate the halloumi cubes in the marinade for 15-30 minutes.
  4. Soak wooden skewers and thread marinated halloumi onto them.
  5. Preheat the grill and grill the skewers for 2-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These skewers are a perfect vegetarian option and can be served with tzatziki for added flavor.

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