Chorizo Grillé

Chorizo Grillé is a vibrant and flavorful French BBQ dish featuring grilled chorizo sausages infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This dish is perfect for a healthy outdoor feast, offering a smoky and spicy kick with every bite.

Chorizo Grillé
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
French
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chorizo sausages - 200 grams
  • Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
  • Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
  • Red onion - 1 small, cut into wedges
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
  • Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Lemon - 1, for zest and juice

Steps

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion.
  3. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil, and sprinkle with thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Cut the chorizo sausages into thick slices and add them to the vegetable bowl. Toss again to mix the flavors.
  5. Thread the chorizo and vegetables onto skewers, alternating between them for color and flavor.
  6. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally until the chorizo is browned and the vegetables are tender.
  7. Remove from the grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the skewers, garnishing with lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Cholesterol: 60 mg
  • Total Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from the chorizo, supporting muscle health.
  • Contains fiber from vegetables, aiding in digestion.

Tags

FrenchHealthyBBQ