Grilled Veg Skewers
Mixed vegetable skewers grilled until charred — perfect side dish or vegetarian main. The classic summer cookout vegetable option.
Prep Time
16 min
Cook Time
17 min
Servings
6
Calories
361 cal
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Smart Servings Scaler
- Bell Peppers1 ½
- Onion1 ½ medium
- Zucchini1 ½
- Olive Oil3 tbsp
- Garlic4 ½ cloves
- Rosemary1 ½
- Thyme1 ½
- Black Pepper¾ tsp
- Salt1 ½ tsp
All quantities scaled automatically from 6 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 6 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Bell Peppers1.5
- Onion1.5 medium
- Zucchini1.5
- Olive Oil3 tbsp
- Garlic4.5 cloves
- Rosemary1.5
- Thyme1.5
- Black Pepper0.75 tsp
- Salt1.5 tsp
Instructions
- 1
Soak 8 wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes (prevents burning). Or use metal skewers.
- 2
Cut 4 cups of vegetables into similar 1-inch pieces: zucchini chunks, bell pepper pieces (multiple colors), red onion wedges, mushrooms (whole), cherry tomatoes, eggplant cubes.
- 3
Toss with 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 2 minced garlic cloves, ½ teaspoon black pepper, juice of 1 lemon.
- 4
Thread onto skewers, alternating vegetable types for visual appeal.
- 5
Heat grill to medium-high. Grill skewers 8-10 minutes total, turning every 2-3 minutes, until charred and tender.
- 6
Brush with extra olive oil while hot. Sprinkle with fresh herbs (parsley, basil), flaky salt, optional crumbled feta. Serve immediately.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Soak wooden skewers.
- 2.Similar-sized pieces.
- 3.Don't crowd skewers.
- 4.Char is the goal.
🔬 Why It Works
Grilled vegetable skewers succeed when vegetables are uniformly cut (even cooking), properly marinated (flavor), and properly grilled (char without burning). The portable skewer format makes them perfect for parties.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (recipe makes 6 servings)
* Percent Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are estimates.
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