Marissa's MediterraneanSalty, golden-brown halloumi cheese skewers nestled against juicy cherry tomatoes and finished with a vibrant lemon-herb drizzle. The ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Thread the cubed halloumi and cherry tomatoes onto small wooden skewers, alternating between the cheese and the tomatoes.
Soak your wooden skewers in water for 10 minutes beforehand to prevent them from charring.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped oregano, and red pepper flakes to create the dressing.
Make a double batch of this dressing; it's amazing on roasted veggies too!
Heat a large cast iron skillet or non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Place the skewers in the pan and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until the halloumi is golden brown and the tomatoes just begin to blister.
Don't crowd the pan! Work in batches if necessary to ensure a perfect golden crust.
Remove the skewers from the heat and arrange them on a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing generously over the hot skewers and serve immediately.
Serve with extra lemon wedges for those who love a bright, zesty finish.
The trick to perfect halloumi is a super hot pan and serving it immediately while it's still squeaky and warm. If you can't find fresh oregano, dried works, but fresh really makes those Mediterranean flavors pop! Keep the lemon wedges handy for an extra zesty kick.
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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