Vegetable Kabobs
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Vegetable Kabobs
Description
This Vegetable Kabobs recipe combines several fresh vegetables threaded onto skewers and coated with a marinade made from olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The kebabs are grilled over medium-high heat for several minutes per side until the vegetables reach desired tenderness.
The grilling process imparts subtle char and smoke flavors that complement the bright citrus and herb marinade. The combination of crisp, juicy, and tender textures from the varied vegetables creates a balanced and attractive dish.
To prepare, wooden skewers should be soaked beforehand to prevent burning, while metal skewers require careful handling. The kabobs are best served immediately while warm as part of a grilled meal.
Ingredients
- For the kabobs:
- 2 cups cremini mushrooms
- 1 cup cherry tomato
- 1 red bell pepper Cut into 1 inch Pieces
- 1 green bell pepper Cut into 1 inch Pieces
- 1 red onion Cut into 1 inch Pieces
- 1 zucchini sliced into thick pieces
- 1 yellow squash sliced into thick pieces
- For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 lemon Juiced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a small bowl.
- Thread the veggies and mushrooms onto skewers.
- Use a basting brush to brush the marinade onto the vegetables on the skewers.
- Heat a grill over medium high heat.
- Grill the vegetable kabobs for 3-5 minutes per side until the veggies are the tenderness that you prefer.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
- Recipe Notes:
- Skewers – if using wooden skewers, soak in water at least 30 minutes before using
- If using metal skewers, handle with care using a hot pad
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 125kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 204mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 470mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 957IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 69mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.