Summer Grilled Veggie Skewers (Printer View)

Grilled summer vegetables enhanced by herby chimichurri, perfect for outdoor dining or sides.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
03 - 1 zucchini, sliced into 0.5-inch rounds
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 8 button mushrooms, cleaned and halved if large
06 - 1 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
07 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
10 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Chimichurri Sauce

11 - 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
12 - 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
13 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
15 - 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
16 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
17 - 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
18 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
19 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

# Method steps:

01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes if using wooden skewers.
02 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat, reaching 400°F.
03 - In a large bowl, toss all prepared vegetables with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Thread seasoned vegetables onto skewers, alternating types for balanced color and flavor distribution.
05 - Place skewers on grill and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender with light char marks.
06 - While grilling, combine parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Whisk in extra-virgin olive oil until thoroughly blended.
07 - Remove skewers from grill and arrange on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with chimichurri sauce and serve remaining sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant medley of fresh summer vegetables grilled to juicy, smoky perfection.
  • Fresh chimichurri sauce adds herby, tangy brightness that complements all veggies.
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for outdoor entertaining or weeknight meals.
  • Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly.
  • Versatile as a colorful main dish or a crowd-pleasing side.
02 -
  • Soak wooden skewers to avoid burning during grilling.
  • Turn skewers every few minutes for even cooking and char.
  • Make chimichurri ahead to allow flavors to deepen.
  • Use a variety of colorful vegetables for visual appeal and flavor balance.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to control spice level in the sauce.
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