UA Cooperative Extension

Grilled Summer Vegetables

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April 18, 2021

  • Yields: 8-10 servings (1 cup per serving)

Ingredients

Honey-Lime Marinade

4 limes, halved

¼ cup vegetable oil

2 tablespoons honey*

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 teaspoon salt

Salt and pepper, to taste

Balsamic Marinade

⅓ cup balsamic vinegar

⅓ cup vegetable oil

⅓ cup water

1 tablespoon oregano (dried)

1 tablespoon basil (dried)

Salt and pepper, to taste

The Vegetables

2 bell peppers (any color), cut into 1-inch chunks

1 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch chunks

1 large zucchini or yellow squash, cut into 1-inch chunks

1 pint cherry tomatoes

Salt

Directions

1.Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash produce well and chop as directed.

For the marinade:

2.Choose which marinade you would like to use.

3.In a medium bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients until well combined.

4.Store in the refrigerator until ready to use, up to five days.

For the vegetables:

4.Soak wooden skewers in cool water for at least 30 minutes.

5.Place eggplant chunks in a strainer that is in a sink or large bowl. Sprinkle salt over the eggplant and allow to sit for 30-60 minutes (this helps the eggplant to release extra water). Rinse salt off of the eggplant and squeeze pieces to remove any additional moisture.

6.Once eggplant is prepared, place vegetables in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours.

7.Preheat grill to medium-high, spray or oil to prevent sticking.

8.Thread vegetables onto skewers by alternating items.

9.Place skewers onto the grill and cook for about 10 minutes, rotating skewers so that all sides are cooked evenly. Vegetables should be softened and slightly charred.

10.Serve immediately. Enjoy!

*Honey should not be fed to infants less than one year of age

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1 cup
Calories127
Sodium46mg
Iron1mg
Protein2g
Cholesterol0mg
Sugar6g
Total Fat9g
Saturated Fat1g
Folate38mcg
Calcium33mg
Percent calories from fat64%
Total Carbohydrates10g
Dietary Fiber3g