Grilled Halloumi Lemon Thyme Skewers (Print-Friendly Version)

Salty halloumi with lemon and thyme, grilled until golden. A simple, Mediterranean-inspired dish ideal for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Skewers

01 - 250–280 g halloumi cheese, cut into 2.5 cm cubes
02 - 1 lemon, sliced into thin wedges
03 - 1 medium red onion, cut into large chunks
04 - 200 g cherry tomatoes

→ For the Marinade

05 - 45 ml extra virgin olive oil
06 - 30 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1 teaspoon honey
10 - Fine sea salt, to taste
11 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

12 - Fresh thyme sprigs
13 - Crushed red pepper flakes

# How to Make It:

01 - Cut halloumi into even-sized cubes. Slice lemon into thin wedges and cut red onion into hearty chunks. Rinse cherry tomatoes. Pat halloumi dry to remove excess moisture.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
03 - Gently toss halloumi cubes in the marinade, ensuring all sides are coated. Allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.
04 - Thread halloumi, lemon wedges, red onion, and cherry tomatoes onto skewers, alternating ingredients for balance and visual appeal. Brush skewers with remaining marinade.
05 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
06 - Arrange skewers on the grill. Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, turning to achieve an even golden char. Grill until halloumi is crisp and vegetables are tender.
07 - Transfer cooked skewers to a platter. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes or a drizzle of olive oil, if desired. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for 15–20 minutes before assembling to prevent burning while grilling.
02 - Allowing halloumi to marinate enhances its flavor and prevents it from drying out on the grill.
03 - A grill pan offers excellent results if you do not have access to an outdoor grill.

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