Haloumi Sausage and Pesto Skewers
Elevate your next barbecue or casual gathering with these irresistible Haloumi Sausage and Pesto Skewers! Packed with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this easy-to-make recipe combines the salty, creamy goodness of golden-grilled haloumi cheese, the smoky richness of sausage, and the burst of sweetness from blistered cherry tomatoes. Finished with a vibrant drizzle of basil pesto and optional fresh basil garnish, these skewers are a feast for the senses. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or light main course, this 25-minute recipe (including prep and cooking time) is both quick and impressive. Whether you're hosting a summer cookout or spicing up weeknight dinners, these grilled skewers are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Haloumi cheese
- 200 grams Cooked sausage (e.g., chorizo or bratwurst)
- 16 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 8 pieces Wooden or metal skewers
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 10 minutes if using wooden skewers. Skip this step if you're using metal skewers.
Step 2
Cut the haloumi cheese into 16 bite-sized cubes, approximately 2 cm (or ¾ inch) each.
Step 3
Slice the cooked sausages into 16 even, bite-sized rounds.
Step 4
Assemble the skewers by alternating between haloumi cubes, sausage rounds, and cherry tomatoes. Repeat until you've used up all the ingredients across 8 skewers.
Step 5
Brush each assembled skewer lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper for seasoning.
Step 6
Preheat a grill pan or barbecue over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Place the skewers onto the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, turning occasionally, until the haloumi has golden grill marks, the sausage is warmed through, and the cherry tomatoes are slightly blistered.
Step 8
Transfer the grilled skewers to a serving platter and drizzle generously with basil pesto.
Step 9
Optional: Garnish with fresh basil leaves for extra flavor and presentation.
Step 10
Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Haloumi Sausage and Pesto Skewers!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (810.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1872.6 |
| Total Fat 159.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 354.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8213.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.6g | |
| Protein 90.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 47.1IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2054.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1467.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories