Halloumi kebabs with thyme & lemon baste

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Halloumi kebabs with thyme & lemon baste
25 min.
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425kcal

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Elevate your summer gatherings with these delightful Halloumi Kebabs infused with the fresh flavors of thyme and zesty lemon. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare a vibrant, wholesome meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or any occasion that calls for something special. With a tantalizing combination of low-fat halloumi cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tender courgettes, these kebabs not only offer a burst of flavor but are also appealing to a variety of dietary preferences.

The star ingredient, halloumi, adds a wonderful texture and a savory richness that pairs beautifully with the fresh vegetables. The hint of lemon and thyme in the baste enhances the natural sweetness of the veggies and gives each bite a refreshing twist. Plus, they’re easy to customize—feel free to throw in your favorite seasonal vegetables!

By combining these delightful kebabs with warm pitta bread, you have a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and visually stunning, making it perfect for entertaining. Whether you're enjoying a casual family dinner or hosting friends for a summer barbecue, these Halloumi Kebabs are sure to impress and leave everyone asking for seconds. Dive into this quick, delicious recipe today and savor every bite!

Ingredients

  • medium zucchini 
  • large onion red
  • 250 halloumi cheese low fat cut into 16 chunks (we used cypressa halloumi lite)
  • 16  cherry tomatoes 
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • tbsp juice of lemon 
  • tsp thyme sprigs fresh (preferably lemon thyme)
  • tsp dijon mustard 
  • servings wholewheat pita breads 

Equipment

  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Halve the courgettes lengthways, then thickly slice.
  2. Cut the onion into wedges and separate into pieces. Thread the halloumi, cherry tomatoes, courgettes and onion onto eight skewers. Cover and chill the kebabs until you are ready to cook (You can do this up to half a day ahead.)
  3. To make the baste, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, thyme, mustard and seasoning. (This can be made ahead and chilled too.)
  4. Preheat the barbecue or grill and arrange the kebabs on the rack.
  5. Brush with the baste, stirring it first to make sure the ingredients are blended. Cook for 4-5 minutes, turning often, until the cheese begins to turn golden and the vegetables are just tender.
  6. Serve while still hot with warm pitta bread.

Nutrition Facts

Calories425kcal
Protein19.73%
Fat42.17%
Carbs38.1%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54
Glycemic Load
29.96
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.880434849988%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.2mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
6.73mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:424.53kcal
21.23%
Fat:20.03g
30.82%
Saturated Fat:11.31g
70.71%
Carbohydrates:40.72g
13.57%
Net Carbohydrates:37.37g
13.59%
Sugar:5.83g
6.48%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1080.51mg
46.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.08g
42.16%
Calcium:705.54mg
70.55%
Vitamin C:38.63mg
46.82%
Manganese:0.56mg
28.13%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.67%
Potassium:523.44mg
14.96%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.56%
Fiber:3.35g
13.4%
Folate:52.79µg
13.2%
Phosphorus:120.95mg
12.09%
Vitamin A:549.41IU
10.99%
Magnesium:42.76mg
10.69%
Copper:0.21mg
10.6%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.28%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.16%
Iron:1.78mg
9.9%
Vitamin K:8.35µg
7.96%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.82%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.3%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.59%
Selenium:1.11µg
1.58%