Halloumi Skewers with Tahini Sauce and Dukkah

Marinated halloumi cheese and veggies are grilled, then topped with tahini sauce and dukkah.

Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
3
Yield:
6 skewers
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 3 servings

  • 8 ounces halloumi cheese, cut into 12 cubes

  • 1 eggplant, cut into 12 cubes

  • 1 large red onion, cut into 12 equal pieces

  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 12 equal pieces

  • 6 cherry tomatoes

  • 6 radishes, sliced

  • 1 lemon, juiced

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon ras el hanout spice blend

  • 2 teaspoons ground black pepper

  • 6 (10 inch) bamboo skewers

  • 6 tablespoons tahini

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges

  • 6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

  • 6 tablespoons dukkah

Directions

  1. Combine halloumi cheese, eggplant, red onion, red bell pepper, whole cherry tomatoes, and whole radishes in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on top. Sprinkle black pepper and ras el hanout over the mix. Toss to coat. Allow to marinate for 15 minutes.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Slide 1 piece each eggplant, bell pepper, onion, halloumi cheese, tomato,radish, halloumi cheese, onion, bell pepper, and eggplant onto a skewer. Repeat with remaining skewers, cheese, and vegetables. Reserve any remaining marinade in the bowl.

  4. Place skewers on the preheated grill. Brush with reserved marinade and turn skewers to cook evenly on each side, 10 to 15 minutes.

  5. Meanwhile, mix tahini and lemon juice together in a bowl. Place 2 cooked skewers on each plate. Drizzle tahini sauce equally over each. Top with fresh cilantro and dukkah before, and serve with lemon wedges.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

662 Calories
58g Fat
41g Carbs
28g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 3
Calories 662
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 58g 74%
Saturated Fat 17g 84%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 993mg 43%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 17g 61%
Total Sugars 10g
Protein 28g 55%
Vitamin C 123mg 137%
Calcium 216mg 17%
Iron 5mg 29%
Potassium 1057mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.