Charred Vegetable and Halloumi Skewers with Za’atar Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-28 · Updated 2026-04-28

Grilled skewers of smoky vegetables and salty halloumi cheese served alongside a tangy yogurt dip flavored with za’atar spice for a vibrant Mediterranean appetizer or light meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Super Bowl recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs halloumi cheese, zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 oz, cut into 1-inch cubes halloumi cheese
• 1 medium, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds zucchini
• 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
• 1 small, cut into wedges red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp za’atar seasoning
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp, chopped (optional) fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 3 tbsp olive oil with 2 tsp za’atar seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss 8 oz 1-inch cubed halloumi cheese, 1 medium sliced zucchini rounds, 1 large red bell pepper cut into 1-inch pieces, and 1 small red onion cut into wedges until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Thread the halloumi and vegetables alternately onto 8 wooden or metal skewers.
3. Step 3: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side until the vegetables are tender and charred spots appear on the halloumi.
4. Step 4: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt with 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves (if using) until smooth.
5. Step 5: Serve the hot skewers with the za’atar yogurt dip on the side for dipping.