Description
Colorful rainbow veggie skewers bring Mediterranean charm to summer grilling, dancing with fresh zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Grilled until perfectly charred, these skewers offer you a delightful burst of seasonal flavors and garden-fresh nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
Vegetables and Fruits:
- 1 ear corn (cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red pepper
- 1 yellow pepper
- 6 fresh pineapple chunks (1-inch)
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lime juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil (plus extra for grilling)
- 2 garlic cloves (peeled, crushed, and minced)
Dipping Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) peanut butter
- 1 garlic clove (peeled)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce (gluten-free if required)
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) lime juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) honey
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) water
- sea salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Infuse chicken with zesty marinade by combining tangy lime, aromatic garlic, salt, and pepper. Thoroughly coat the meat, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours to allow flavors to penetrate deeply.
- Create a velvety dipping sauce by blending all ingredients until silky smooth. Adjust seasoning and liquid consistency to achieve desired taste and texture.
- Prepare grill to medium-high heat for optimal cooking environment.
- Transform vegetables into uniform chunks: slice red onion, peppers, and zucchini into consistent one-inch pieces.
- Construct colorful skewers by artfully alternating marinated chicken, vibrant vegetable pieces, sweet corn kernels, and juicy pineapple chunks.
- Enhance skewers with a light olive oil brush and sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper for additional flavor complexity.
- Grill skewers methodically, cooking 5-7 minutes per side until chicken reaches perfect doneness and vegetables exhibit appealing caramelization.
- Present grilled kabobs alongside luscious peanut dipping sauce, creating a visually stunning and flavor-rich culinary experience.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for maximum flavor infusion and tenderness.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature for safe consumption.
- Create vegetarian version by replacing chicken with firm tofu or tempeh, maintaining same marinade and grilling technique.
- Customize skewers with seasonal vegetables for variety and freshness.
- Prevent overcrowding on skewers to ensure even cooking and beautiful grill marks.
- Prep ingredients in advance for quick assembly and stress-free cooking experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg