Zucchini-Courgette & Halloumi Skewers

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15

Zesty Zucchini-Courgette & Halloumi Skewers recipe for your summer cookout

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

223

Sugar

Fat

18g

Zucchini-Courgette & Halloumi Skewers are a perfect appetizer or side dish for a summer cookout. The combination of grilled zucchini and halloumi cheese creates a flavorful and unique dish that is sure to impress. The zesty marinade adds another layer of flavor to the dish, making these skewers a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to prep ahead of time, and the skewers can be cooked on a grill or grill pan. These skewers are perfect for a vegetarian barbecue or a summer potluck with friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2.	In a bowl, mix together the chili powder, chopped mint, lemon zest, lemon juice, and olive oil.
3.	Add the zucchini rounds and cubed halloumi cheese to the bowl and toss to coat.
4.	Thread the zucchini and halloumi onto skewers, alternating between the two.
5.	Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the cheese is browned and slightly charred.

PROS

These skewers are a simple and flavorful appetizer or side dish that can be prepped ahead of time.

The combination of zucchini and halloumi cheese is a unique and delicious pairing.

CONS

Halloumi cheese can be high in sodium, so it’s important to enjoy this dish in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Grilling the skewers requires a bit of attention to prevent burning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Zucchini is a great source of vitamin C and fiber, and is also low in calories.
Halloumi cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, but is also high in sodium. Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	1/2 teaspoon chili powder
	1/2 ounce mint , chopped
	1 lemon , zest and juice
	2 tablespoons olive oil
	2 zucchini , cut into 1cm rounds
	7 ounces halloumi cheese , cubed