Craving a healthy and flavorful dish that’s easy to make? These Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers are just what you need! Bursting with fresh vegetables and a zesty marinade, these skewers are perfect for a summer barbecue or a simple weeknight dinner. They’re colorful, nutritious, and incredibly delicious. It's the kind of food that makes you feel good from the inside out. I remember one time, a freind of mine made these for a cookout, and ever since, they've become a staple.
What I love about this recipe is its versatility. You can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or whatever you have on hand. Zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, red onion, and cherry tomatoes create a vibrant and flavorful combination. Plus, the balsamic marinade adds a touch of sweetness and tang that perfectly complements the grilled vegetables. Feel free to substitue the vegetables with your favorites!
Required Equipments
- Grill
- Skewers (metal or bamboo)
- Cutting Board
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Pastry Brush
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers: Frequently Asked Questions
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers
Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers are a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. These colorful skewers feature fresh vegetables marinated in a zesty balsamic sauce, grilled to perfection for a delicious and nutritious meal. It’s hard to beat something so simple yet so good!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 4 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First, gather your vegetables: 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 zucchini, 1 red onion, 8 ounces of cherry tomatoes, and 1 eggplant. Give em’ a good wash.
- Next, chop all vegetables into 1-inch chunks. It's importaint to make sure they are roughly the same size so they cook evenly.
- In a mixing bowl, make the marinade. Whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 2 cloves garlic (minced, of course!), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste. Don't be shy with the herbs!
- Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the marinade. Toss to coat all of the vegetables evenly. Make sure every piece gets some love.
- Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Longer is better. If you are in a rush, you can marinate the vegetables for only 15 minutes.
- While the vegetables are marinating, if using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning. I know, I know... another thing to wait for.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350-400°F or 175-200°C). Clean the grill grates with a wire brush to remove any debris.
- Thread the marinated vegetables onto the skewers, alternating colors and types of vegetables. This is your chance to get creative.
- Lightly brush the grill grates with olive oil to prevent sticking. Place the vegetable skewers on the preheated grill.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning the skewers every 3-4 minutes to ensure even cooking. The vegetables should be tender and slightly charred. You want those perfect grill marks!
- Once the vegetables are grilled to your liking, remove the skewers from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy! You've earned it.
📝 Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous for a complete meal.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 150 kcal
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 3g
Calcium: 50mg
