Harissa Halloumi Skewers

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Grilling transforms halloumi, imbued with a vibrant harissa marinade, into irresistible bites paired with a refreshing herb and pomegranate couscous salad. This dish offers a delightful balance of smoky char, savory notes, and zesty freshness, perfect for a lively meal.

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chef-avatarhrisou

Total cooking time:

35 mins

Servings:

4
Harissa Halloumi Skewers

Ingredients


















Method


  • 1Prepare the halloumi: In a bowl, whisk together harissa paste, 1 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), and minced garlic. Add the halloumi cubes and toss to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator).


  • 2Cook the couscous: Place couscous in a heatproof bowl. Pour hot vegetable broth over it, cover tightly, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool slightly.


  • 3Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooled couscous, chopped mint, parsley, pomegranate seeds, red onion, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss.


  • 4Skewer the halloumi: Thread the marinated halloumi cubes onto the soaked skewers, leaving a small space between each piece.


  • 5Grill the halloumi: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and slightly charred.


  • 6Serve: Arrange the grilled halloumi skewers alongside the couscous salad. Serve immediately.

Notes


  • For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and ensure your harissa paste is vegan-friendly.

  • Adjust the quantity of harissa to your preferred level of heat. Use a mild harissa for less kick.

  • Leftover couscous salad makes a fantastic side for lunches the next day.

Tags

mediterranean
vegetarian
grilling
healthy
weeknight meal
summer
spicy
skewers

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