Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Lemon and Thyme Recipe
Grilled Halloumi Skewers with Lemon and Thyme are a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish, perfect for summer BBQs or quick weeknight meals. Featuring halloumi cheese that holds its shape well when grilled, these skewers combine zesty lemon, fresh thyme, garlic, and juicy vegetables for a deliciously fresh and satisfying bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese
- 1 block (8–10 ounces) Halloumi Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
Vegetables & Fruit
- 1 Lemon, sliced into thin wedges
- 1 medium Red Onion, cut into chunks (optional)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved or whole
- Optional Add-Ons: Bell Peppers, cut into chunks
- Optional Add-Ons: Zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- Optional Add-Ons: Mushrooms, whole or halved
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh Thyme Sprigs
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Soak Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for 20–30 minutes if using wooden skewers to prevent them from burning during grilling.
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh thyme (or dried thyme), honey if using, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread halloumi cubes, cherry tomatoes, lemon slices, red onion chunks, and any optional vegetables such as bell peppers, zucchini slices, or mushrooms onto the skewers in a balanced pattern.
- Marinate Skewers: Brush the assembled skewers generously with the prepared marinade to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
- Grill Skewers: Grill the skewers for 2–3 minutes per side, turning carefully until the halloumi is golden brown and the vegetables are slightly charred and tender.
- Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill, garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and optional crushed red pepper flakes, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Halloumi is naturally salty, so season lightly with salt.
- These skewers can be prepped ahead and refrigerated until ready to grill.
- Pairs well with couscous, flatbread, or a fresh salad.
- Use metal skewers for easy grilling and reuse.
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