Description
Mediterranean grilled veggie skewers showcase zesty flavors from Greece’s culinary landscape. Fresh vegetables marinated in herbs and olive oil create a simple, delightful summer dish you’ll savor with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced into 0.5-inch (1.27 cm) rounds
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup (240 mL / 8 oz) mushrooms (button or cremini), whole or halved
- 1 cup (240 mL / 8 oz) cherry tomatoes
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Metal or soaked wooden skewers
Instructions
- Prep Vegetables: Meticulously dice selected vegetables into uniform cubes, ensuring consistent size for balanced cooking and aesthetic presentation.
- Marinade Creation: Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper into a fragrant mixture that will deeply infuse vegetables with robust flavors.
- Marinating Process: Generously coat vegetables in the aromatic blend, allowing them to marinate for 15-60 minutes, enabling maximum flavor absorption and seasoning penetration.
- Skewer Assembly: Artfully thread marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors and varieties to create a visually appealing and evenly distributed culinary composition.
- Grill Preparation: Heat grill to medium-high temperature, creating the ideal cooking environment for caramelizing vegetable exteriors while maintaining tender interiors.
- Grilling Technique: Position skewers on preheated grill, rotating periodically to achieve uniform charring and golden-brown edges, cooking for approximately 10-12 minutes until vegetables reach perfect tenderness.
- Finishing Touch: Remove skewers from grill, garnish with fresh herbs or complementary sauce, presenting a smoky, flavorful vegetable medley that showcases both culinary skill and vibrant ingredients.
Notes
- Prep Precision: Cut vegetables into uniform sizes to guarantee even cooking and prevent uneven charring or undercooked pieces.
- Marinate Masterfully: Allow vegetables to soak in marinade for at least 30 minutes, but avoid exceeding 60 minutes to prevent texture breakdown and maintain vegetable integrity.
- Grill Temperature Control: Maintain medium-high heat around 400-450°F to achieve perfect caramelization without burning delicate vegetable surfaces.
- Dietary Flexibility: Easily adapt recipe for vegan, gluten-free, and low-carb diets by selecting appropriate vegetables and ensuring marinade ingredients match dietary requirements.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg