# Spicy Halloumi Kebabs M&S Food's Chilli Halloumi Kebabs are Packed with Protein & Flavor By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-05-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilli-halloumi-kebabs References: [marksandspencer](https://www.marksandspencer.com/food/chilli-halloumi-kebabs/p/fdp60080486)  Grillable cheese has taken off as a summer staple, offering a satisfying, melty, protein-packed alternative to meat that's perfect for outdoor cookouts and [vegetarian-friendly grilling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switch-kafta)—and M&S Food's Chilli Halloumi Kebabs deliver convenience with a hint of heat. This sweet and spicy grill-ready cheese is marinated with simple, flavor-packed ingredients like extra virgin olive oil, roasted red peppers, tomato paste, chipotle chilies, kibbled chilies and chili powder, plus savory spices. This easy-to-prepare product only needs to be grilled until golden, and then savored. With [17.5 grams of protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-cheese) per 100 grams, this halloumi cheese packs a nutritional punch, all while delivering the satisfying sizzle of classic BBQ fare within a multi-layered sweet, [spicy, smoky and savory profile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-bomb-cheddar). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 41% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Grillable Cheese Innovations:** The popularity of grillable cheeses like halloumi is revolutionizing the vegetarian BBQ scene with protein-rich, flavorful alternatives to traditional meat. - **Spicy Snack Adaptations:** Spicy flavors infused into snackable items, such as grilled cheeses, are captivating consumers seeking adventurous, bold taste experiences. - **Convenience-driven Meal Solutions:** Pre-marinated and ready-to-grill food products offer consumers easy meal solutions, catering to busy lifestyles without sacrificing flavor. - **High-protein Vegetarian Foods:** The surge in protein-packed vegetarian food products offers consumers nutritious options without meat, appealing to the health-conscious and flexitarians. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Alternative Protein Market:** The demand for alternative protein sources, such as grillable cheese, is fueling growth in the protein market aimed at meat-reducers and vegetarians. - **Pre-marinated Food Products:** The expansion of pre-marinated food products is reshaping convenience cooking, offering flavor-filled options that cut down on meal prep time for consumers. - **Ethnic Flavors and Seasonings:** The infusion of ethnic flavors and seasonings in mainstream products is transforming global spice preferences, appealing to taste-savvy consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Grillable Mozzarella Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galbani-grill.md) - [Grill-Friendly Cheese Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cypressa-grilling-cheese.md) - [Grillable Cheese Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheese-bangers.md) - [Greek Cuisine Cheese Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halloumi-sticks.md) - [Ultra-Meltable Cheese Innovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilling-cheese-1.md) - [Smoky Halloumi Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-halloumi-burrito.md) - [Sausage-Shaped Grillable Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesedog.md) - [Griddled Halloumi Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/griddled-halloumi-cheese.md) - [Tender Bite-Sized Halloumi Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garlic-herb-halloumi-cubes.md)