Description
Colorful, smoky, and perfectly charred, these zucchini skewers are a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables grilled to perfection. An easy, healthy side dish or vegetarian main that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- Zucchini: 2 medium, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- Yellow Bell Pepper: 1 large, chopped into chunks
- Red Onion: 1 medium, quartered and separated
- Mushrooms: 8 whole button mushrooms, cleaned
- Olive Oil: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon, freshly ground
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Fire up your grill to medium-high or heat a grill pan on the stovetop.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and mushrooms with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: If using wooden skewers, soak them for 30 minutes before threading to avoid burning.
- Assemble the Dish: Thread vegetables onto skewers, alternating for visual appeal and even cooking.
- Cook to Perfection: Place skewers on the grill. Cook for about 10–12 minutes, turning every few minutes until vegetables are tender and lightly charred.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from grill, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and let them rest a few minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm as a side or main. They pair perfectly with dips or grain bowls.
Notes
- Use metal skewers for easier handling and no soaking time.
- Add lemon juice before serving for a bright flavor boost.
- Mix up the veggies for seasonal variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: zucchini skewers, grilled vegetables, veggie kabobs, summer side dish, vegetarian grill