Transport your tastebuds to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean with these vibrant and flavour-packed Mediterranean halloumi skewers. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a simple midweek grill, this recipe combines the salty, squeaky richness of halloumi cheese with the sweet burst of cherry tomatoes, the mellow bite of red onion, the earthy freshness of courgette, and the briny punch of black olives.
You’ll love these Mediterranean Halloumi Skewers.
Grilled until golden and lightly charred, the skewers are brushed with a simple marinade of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and dried oregano—classic flavours that never fail to sing when kissed by the flames. The balance of textures and bold Mediterranean flavours make these skewers incredibly moreish, whether served as a light main or a colourful side.
Pair them with a crisp Greek salad, warm pita breads, or a dollop of tzatziki for the ultimate al fresco experience. Vegetarian-friendly and endlessly customisable, this is sunshine food at its finest. For even more grilling inspiration, don’t miss this roundup of the 10 best halloumi skewer recipes—perfect for planning your next BBQ.
Mediterranean Halloumi Skewers
Ingredients
For the skewers
- 250 g halloumi cheese cut into 2.5 cm cubes
- 1 medium courgette sliced into ½ cm thick half-moons
- 200 g cherry tomatoes
- 1 red onion cut into chunks
- 100 g black olives pitted
For the marinade
- 3 tbsp olive oil high quality extra virgin
- ½ lemon juiced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, and black pepper.
- Add halloumi, courgette, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives. Toss gently to coat. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Thread the ingredients onto skewers, alternating colours and textures.
- Preheat grill or barbecue to medium-high. Grill skewers for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until halloumi is golden and vegetables are slightly charred.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
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