Vegetable Satay

Vegetable Satay is a flavorful and vibrant Chinese BBQ dish, featuring skewered and grilled vegetables marinated in a rich peanut sauce. Perfect for a light meal or appetizer, this dish is both satisfying and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper - 1 medium, cut into bite-sized pieces
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced into thick rounds
• Mushrooms - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 medium, cut into wedges
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced into thick sticks
• Peanut butter - 3 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon (or maple syrup for vegan option)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Skewers - 4 (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

1. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice to create the marinade.
2. Add the chopped vegetables (bell pepper, zucchini, mushrooms, red onion, and carrot) to the marinade. Toss well to coat and let sit for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
4. Thread the marinated vegetables onto the skewers, packing them tightly.
5. Grill the skewers for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and have grill marks.
6. Remove from the grill and serve immediately, drizzled with any leftover marinade if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from a variety of colorful vegetables.
• High in protein from peanut butter, supporting muscle health.

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