Description
These Easy Grilled Skewers are flavorful, customizable, and perfect for any occasion. Made with your choice of protein or vegetables, marinated and grilled to perfection, they’re a simple and delicious crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 1 lb protein (chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu)
- 1–2 cups vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, onion, mushrooms)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
Instructions
- Prep ingredients: Cut protein and vegetables into uniform bite-sized pieces.
- Make marinade: Mix olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate: Toss protein and veggies in marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- Assemble skewers: Thread ingredients onto skewers, alternating protein and vegetables.
- Cook: Grill over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from skewers or serve as is with your favorite sauce.
Notes
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Customize flavors with different spices or marinades.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: grilled skewers, kebabs, easy skewers, BBQ skewers
