Description
Grilled Veggie Skewers are a healthy and flavorful addition to any BBQ, packed with vibrant vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes. These skewers are easy to make and full of smoky flavor, perfect for grilling season.
Ingredients
For Grilled Veggie Skewers:
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, orange, green – cut into chunks)
- Zucchini or yellow squash (sliced into thick rounds)
- Red onion (cut into wedges)
- Cherry tomatoes
- Mushrooms (whole or halved)
- Olive oil
- Garlic (minced)
- Dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Optional: balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Skewers: Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes. Skip this step if using metal skewers.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat the grill to medium-high heat for even cooking.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Combine bell peppers, zucchini, onion, tomatoes, and mushrooms in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Thread the Vegetables onto Skewers: Alternate the veggies on the skewers, packing them tightly but leaving a bit of space between them for even cooking.
- Grill the Veggie Skewers: Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the vegetables are tender and charred.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the grill and drizzle with optional balsamic vinegar or lemon juice, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
- Soak Wooden Skewers: Soak them for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
- Cut Vegetables Evenly: To ensure even cooking, cut your vegetables into similar sizes.
- Use Fresh, Seasonal Vegetables: Fresh, seasonal vegetables will provide the best flavor and vibrant colors.
- Experiment with Marinades: Marinate the veggies in olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, and herbs for additional flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: BBQ
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg