Heart-Healthy Grilled Vegetable Skewers
Elevate your next backyard barbecue with these vibrant and nutritious Heart-Healthy Grilled Vegetable Skewers! Packed with colorful vegetables like red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes, this recipe is bursting with fresh flavors and essential nutrients. The vegetables are infused with a simple yet flavorful marinade made of extra-virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, and dried oregano for a smoky, herbaceous finish. Perfectly grilled to produce tender textures and enticing char marks, these skewers are a guilt-free, low-calorie side dish or appetizer that complements any summer spread. Garnished with fresh basil, these skewers not only look stunning but also offer heart-healthy benefits—all in just 35 minutes from prep to plate! A must-try for anyone seeking a delicious and wholesome dish for grilling season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 large red onion
- 20 pieces cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning.
Cut the red and yellow bell peppers into 1-inch pieces.
Slice the zucchini into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
Peel the red onion and cut into 1-inch chunks.
In a large bowl, combine the bell peppers, zucchini, red onion chunks, and cherry tomatoes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt.
Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
Thread the vegetables onto the skewers, alternating between different types for color variety.
Place skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred.
Remove the skewers from the grill and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3088 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.7 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2385 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
