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Chargrilled Pepper and Halloumi Skewers recipe
Colourful skewers of smoky, charred peppers and salty halloumi, finished with a bright squeeze of lemon. A simple, vibrant dish that works well for lunch, supper or as part of a barbecue spread.
25 min · Easy · Mediterranean Jump to method
Ingredients
- 250g Halloumi
- 1 Green bell pepper
- 1 Purple bell pepper
- 1 Yellow bell pepper
- 1 Grey-green pepper
- 1 Dark green pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Lemon
- to taste Black pepper
- 4 Skewers
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 366 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbohydrates | 13 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Saturated fat | 15 g |
| Fibre | 4.5 g |
| Sugar | 11 g |
| Sodium | 1220 mg |
Why this works
A savoury, high-protein skewer dish that is relatively energy-dense and very high in salt due to halloumi.
Protein and calcium rich. Halloumi provides a good amount of protein and calcium, supporting muscle maintenance and bone health.
Colourful peppers add micronutrients. The mixed peppers contribute vitamin C, carotenoids and fibre, which support immune function and antioxidant intake.
Salt content is high. Halloumi is naturally salty, so this dish is likely high in sodium and may be less suitable for people managing blood pressure.
Method
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes so they do not burn.
- Cut the halloumi into even chunks and deseed the green bell pepper, purple bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, grey-green pepper and dark green pepper, then cut them into large bite-sized pieces.
- Thread the halloumi, green bell pepper, purple bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, grey-green pepper and dark green pepper onto the skewers, alternating the colours for an even mix.
- Brush the skewers lightly with olive oil and season with black pepper.
- Cook on a hot griddle pan or barbecue for 8-10 minutes, turning regularly, until the halloumi is golden and the peppers are lightly charred.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon and serve straight away.
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