Description
Grilled Halloumi and Veggie Skewers are a delightful dish that combines the rich flavors of halloumi cheese with fresh, colorful vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Bell peppers: 2 each of red, yellow, and green, cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Zucchini: 2 medium, sliced into thick rounds.
- Halloumi cheese: 400 grams, cut into cubes.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons.
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons.
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced.
- Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon.
- Salt: to taste.
- Black pepper: to taste.
- Fresh herbs: such as parsley or basil, for garnish.
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and wash the bell peppers and zucchini thoroughly.
- Cut the bell peppers into bite-sized pieces and slice the zucchini into thick rounds.
- Cut the halloumi cheese into cubes, ensuring they are similar in size to the vegetables.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes.
- Thread the ingredients onto the skewers, alternating between bell peppers, zucchini, and halloumi cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Pour half of the marinade over the assembled skewers and let them sit for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Choose firm halloumi for the best texture.
- Feel free to experiment with different vegetables.
- Adjust the salt in the marinade based on the saltiness of the halloumi.
- For a vegan option, substitute halloumi with firm tofu or tempeh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Grilled Halloumi, Veggie Skewers, Mediterranean, Healthy, Vegetarian