Spedini
Elevate your grilling game with Spedini, a vibrant Italian-inspired skewer recipe brimming with bold flavors and perfect for summertime meals. Tender beef sirloin cubes are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, garlic, parsley, lemon juice, and Parmesan, then paired with chunks of crusty Italian bread, juicy cherry tomatoes, zucchini slices, and sweet red bell peppers. Grilled to perfection, these skewers feature a delightful combination of charred, smoky bread and vegetables alongside succulent, flavorful beef. Quick to prepare and cook in under 35 minutes, Spedini is a versatile dish that’s as satisfying as it is colorful. Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a bright finishing touch that ties the dish together. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a light main course, these skewers are a must-try for lovers of Mediterranean cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Beef sirloin
- 200 g Italian bread
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 150 g Cherry tomatoes
- 1 Zucchini, sliced
- 1 Red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 Lemon, juiced
- 8 Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
Cut the beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
Cut the Italian bread into 1-inch cubes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining olive oil, garlic, parsley, grated Parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to form a marinade.
Add the beef cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let marinate for 15 minutes.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Thread the beef, bread cubes, cherry tomatoes, zucchini slices, and red bell pepper chunks onto the skewers, alternating ingredients as desired.
Grill the spiedini for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the beef is cooked to your preferred level of doneness and the vegetables and bread are lightly charred.
Transfer the spiedini to a serving plate and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Serve hot with a side of lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.4 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 114 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 809 mg | 17% | |
*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.
