Description
Mediterranean Beef Kabobs are tender chunks of marinated beef skewered with colorful vegetables and grilled to perfection. Bursting with herbs, garlic, and olive oil, these kabobs offer a delicious taste of the Mediterranean and are perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs beef sirloin, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- For the marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to make the marinade.
- Add the beef cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Thread the marinated beef, bell peppers, onion, and zucchini onto the skewers, alternating pieces.
- Grill the kabobs for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your desired doneness and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Serve with tzatziki sauce, hummus, or a side of couscous or pita bread.
- For even cooking, cut all the vegetables and meat into uniform sizes.
- You can also cook these kabobs in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: beef kabobs, Mediterranean skewers, grilled beef, healthy kabobs, BBQ beef skewers, Mediterranean dinner