Lemon Herb Veggie Skewers (Printable Version)

Colorful skewers with lemon, herbs, and assorted vegetables, ideal grilled or roasted for a fresh dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 8 cremini mushrooms, stems trimmed
06 - 1 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Marinade

07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
14 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

15 - Fresh parsley, chopped
16 - Lemon wedges

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; whisk until uniformly blended.
02 - Add all vegetables to the marinade; toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour to develop flavor.
03 - If using wooden skewers, immerse them in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent charring during cooking.
04 - Thread the marinated vegetables alternately onto skewers, balancing colors and textures evenly across each.
05 - Heat grill to medium-high or preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
06 - Grill skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred. Alternatively, roast on a lined baking tray in the oven for 20 minutes, turning once halfway through.
07 - Transfer skewers to a serving platter; garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Healthy and vegetarian
  • Easy to prepare and versatile
02 -
  • Substitute vegetables based on season or preference
  • Pairs well with dry white wines like Sauvignon Blanc
03 -
  • Marinate vegetables for longer for deeper flavor
  • Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning
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