Delicately sweet zucchini and halloumi turn tender on the grill.

1tsp.Aleppo pepper, plus more for garnish

1/2tsp.black pepper

2(8.8-oz.

(If marinating any longer than 1 hour, mixture should be placed in refrigerator.)

Charred Zucchini-and-Halloumi Kebabs with Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Credit:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Preheat grill to medium-high (400F to 450F).

Add 1 Halloumi cube, followed by 2 zucchini stacks, 1 Halloumi cube, and 1 zucchini stack.

Place prepared skewer on a plate.

Repeat procedure with remaining zucchini slices and Halloumi cubes to make a total of 6 skewers.

Brush skewers evenly with any remaining marinade in bowl.

Place prepared skewers on oiled grates.

Transfer skewers to a serving platter.

Garnish with additional cilantro, sesame seeds, and Aleppo pepper.

Serve warm with Lemon-Tahini Sauce.

Lemon-Tahini Sauce

Whisk together 1/3 cuptahini, 1/4 cupwater, 3 Tbsp.

freshlemon juice, 1 Tbsp.olive oil, and 1/2 tsp.saltin a small bowl until smooth.

If sauce is too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp.

at a time, to loosen to the desired consistency.

  • TOTAL 5 MIN.