Haloumi, Sausage and Pesto Skewers

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 13
Delicious Haloumi, Sausage and Pesto Skewers for your barbecue party
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 thick beef sausages
1 1/2 green capsicum or 1 1/2 red capsicums , cut into 24 pieces
24 cherry tomatoes
1.5 blocks halloumi cheese , cut into 24 cubes
baby rocket or baby spinach leaves , to serve
shaved parmesan cheese , to serve
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons traditional basil pesto

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
478
Sugar
4g
Fat
41g
Haloumi, Sausage and Pesto Skewers are made using thin slices of sausage combined with chunky pieces of fresh capsicum and cherry tomatoes, and cubed halloumi cheese. The best part of these skewers is the yummy basil pesto that’s drizzled on top of them. The skewered sausages, succulent choices of vegetables, and cheese cubes are grilled and then topped with the pesto to give it that mouth-watering tangy taste that you’ve been craving.

Instructions

1.Preheat a chargrill or BBQ plate on medium-high.
2.Thread 3 sausage chunks, 3 pieces of capsicum, 3 tomatoes and 3 halloumi cubes on each skewer.
3.Combine olive oil, lemon rind and lemon juice together in a bowl.
4.Cook skewers on preheated grill, brushing occasionally with the olive oil mixture, for 10 to 15 minutes or until sausage is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
5.Drizzle pesto over skewers and serve with baby rocket or baby spinach leaves and shaved parmesan cheese.

PROS

Haloumi, Sausage and Pesto Skewers are perfect for BBQ parties, easy to make, delicious and filling.

The skewers are rich in protein and veggies, making them suitable for a nutritious meal.

CONS

Sausages are high in fat and calories.

The cheese used can be high in sodium content which can increase blood pressure.

It is recommended not to over-consume such foods.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Haloumi cheese is a source of protein, calcium and can help keep bones strong and healthy.
The vegetables like capsicum and tomatoes are packed with antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation in the body.
The olive oil used in this recipe is full of healthy monounsaturated fats that can help control blood sugar and cholesterol levels, while also improving heart health.

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