Grilled Halloumi Skewers Watermelon Mint (Printable Version)

Savory grilled halloumi, juicy watermelon, and mint on skewers dressed with lemon and olive oil for a summer appetizer.

# What You Need:

→ Cheese & Produce

01 - Halloumi cheese, 9 oz, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes
02 - Watermelon, 2 2/3 cups diced (about 14 oz), rind removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
03 - Red onion, 1 small, cut into chunks
04 - Fresh mint leaves, 1 small bunch

→ Marinade

05 - Olive oil, 2 tablespoons
06 - Lemon zest, 1 teaspoon
07 - Lemon juice, 2 teaspoons
08 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon zest and lemon juice in a mixing bowl; season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
02 - Add the halloumi cubes and red onion chunks to the bowl and toss gently to coat; let sit for 10 minutes to absorb flavor.
03 - Thread halloumi, watermelon, red onion and mint leaves alternately onto skewers, leaving a little space to ensure even browning.
04 - Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high and oil the grates or pan lightly to prevent sticking.
05 - Place skewers on the hot grill and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, turning gently, until halloumi is golden with light char and watermelon shows slight caramelization; avoid melting the cheese.
06 - Transfer skewers to a platter and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh mint if desired; drizzle with honey only if using.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Threading the skewers is half the fun and makes the appetizer look like edible confetti.
  • The salty halloumi and sweet watermelon always get people talking and usually disappear quicker than expected.
02 -
  • If you overcook halloumi, it turns rubbery instead of tender and golden – stay close and flip when it starts coloring.
  • The watermelon needs to be cut thick enough so it doesn’t fall apart on the grill, or you’ll lose those juicy bites to the flames.
03 -
  • If any halloumi sticks to the grill, wait a moment before trying to turn it—the crust will release on its own.
  • Fresh lemon zest sprinkled right before serving brings everything to life and makes the flavors pop.
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