Grilled Meatball, Halloumi, and Baby Squash Skewers

Gluten Free
Health score
14%
Grilled Meatball, Halloumi, and Baby Squash Skewers
30 min.
6
210kcal

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Get ready to elevate your grilling game with these delicious Grilled Meatball, Halloumi, and Baby Squash Skewers! Ideal for any occasion, whether you're hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a cozy family dinner, or simply indulging in a flavorful snack, these skewers promise to delight your taste buds. Combining the rich flavors of ground lamb or beef with the unique creaminess of halloumi cheese, each bite is a perfect marriage of savory and cheesy goodness.

What really sets this dish apart is the vibrant array of baby squash, showcasing colorful pattypan and zucchini that not only adds brightness to your plate but also a delightful crunch. With a generous coating of aromatic fresh zaatar rub, these skewers are sure to impress your guests with their authentic Middle Eastern flavors while keeping your meals gluten-free.

Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with around 210 calories per serving, they offer a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste. Perfect for antipasti or as a stunning appetizer, these skewers can be enjoyed hot off the grill or served at room temperature. So fire up your grill, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a dish that's sure to spark joy at any gathering!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 pound lamb 
  • oz halloumi cheese cut into 6 cubes (buy extra in case some splits when skewered)
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • servings big daddy's taco rub fresh
  • 0.5 pound baby squash mixed (pattypan and zucchini)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Soak 12 (10-in.) bamboo skewers in water about 30 minutes.
  2. Heat grill to medium (about 350).
  3. Combine half of the rub with lamb in a bowl and shape into 12 balls.
  4. Brush cheese and squash with oil, then coat with remaining rub. Thread meatballs, cheese, and squash onto 6 double sets of skewers, holding skewers slightly apart and alternating ingredients.
  5. Grill, turning once, until meat is medium-rare, 7 to 8 minutes total.

Nutrition Facts

Calories210kcal
Protein20.76%
Fat68.12%
Carbs11.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.437826312107%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.9kcal
10.5%
Fat:16.02g
24.65%
Saturated Fat:7.46g
46.63%
Carbohydrates:5.88g
1.96%
Net Carbohydrates:4.88g
1.77%
Sugar:0.99g
1.1%
Cholesterol:27.59mg
9.2%
Sodium:251.2mg
10.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.99g
21.97%
Vitamin A:4070.71IU
81.41%
Calcium:233.13mg
23.31%
Vitamin K:19.29µg
18.37%
Vitamin B12:0.87µg
14.55%
Vitamin B3:2.77mg
13.83%
Manganese:0.22mg
11.03%
Selenium:7.44µg
10.63%
Vitamin C:8.18mg
9.91%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.39%
Iron:1.57mg
8.72%
Phosphorus:75.24mg
7.52%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.69%
Potassium:230.67mg
6.59%
Vitamin E:0.98mg
6.55%
Magnesium:25.27mg
6.32%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.64%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.34%
Folate:19.77µg
4.94%
Copper:0.08mg
4.11%
Fiber:1g
4%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.97%
Source:My Recipes