How to Make Grilled Halloumi Kebabs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled Halloumi Kebabs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer BBQ or a quick weeknight dinner. This recipe takes the classic Cypriot cheese, halloumi, and turns it into a flavorful and satisfying meal that is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.

The star ingredient in this recipe is the halloumi cheese, which is a semi-hard, unripened cheese made from a mixture of goat's and sheep's milk. It has a unique texture that is perfect for grilling, as it ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 6 fresh basil leaves
  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 20 cherry tomatoes
  • metal skewers

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 kebabs

  • Combine oil and basil leaves in a food processor; pulse to combine. Place halloumi cheese in a flat bowl. Pour basil-infused oil over the cheese. Toss to coat and let marinate 1 hour.
  • Heat vinegar and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until sauce begins to thicken, about 7 minutes. Turn heat off and set aside.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
  • Add cherry tomatoes to the cheese and toss until coated. Thread cheese and tomatoes on skewers.
  • Place on the preheated grill. Grill for 3 minutes, flip and grill for 3 more minutes.
  • Transfer skewers to a serving platter. Drizzle with vinegar reduction and serve immediately. Garnish with additional basil if desired.
  • Nutrition

    324 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 28mg
    • Sodium: 427mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 10mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 147mg