Mushroom, halloumi and yellow pepper skewers with mint salsa verde

Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Dad and the kids are probably already wondering what they can do to make it a really special day for Mum. These mushroom, halloumi and yellow pepper skewers are a quick and easy snack the kids can prepare themselves for Mum and then Dad can just grill them to a crispy perfection on the braai.

This delicious mushroom, halloumi and yellow pepper skewers recipe is kid-approved and simple enough for kids to engage in this activity themselves. Depending on the age of your children, you may need to keep a watchful eye.

Mushroom, halloumi and yellow pepper skewers are a tasty combination. When dipped in the salsa verde it is a taste sensation your taste buds will thank you for.

This Mother’s Day, get the kids involved to make it a memorable day. They will be so proud that they were able to put their kitchen skills to the test.

Mushroom, halloumi and yellow pepper skewers with mint salsa verde recipe

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Recipe by South African Mushroom Farmers’ Association Course: Snacks, SideCuisine: GlobalDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Total time

15

minutes

Ingredients

• ¼ cup ¼ (60 ml) olive oil

• 1 punnet 1 (20 g) fresh mint leaves (save a few leaves for garnish)

• 1 punnet 1 (20 g) fresh parsley

• 1 clove 1 garlic, finely grated

• grated rind & juice of a lemon

• salt and pepper

• 250 g 250 portabellini mushrooms, whole or halved

• 250 g 250 halloumi cheese, cubed

• 2 medium 2 yellow peppers, sliced into squares

Method

• Salsa Verde
• Put the olive oil, mint, parsley, garlic, lemon rind & juice and some salt and pepper into a small blender.
• Blend to a smooth pulp.
• Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Skewers
• Assemble the skewers by arranging chunks of mushrooms, halloumi and yellow pepper together.
• Braai over hot coals or bake in a very hot oven at 220°C for about 10 minutes until golden.
• Drizzle with salsa verde en serve at once.

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