Tandoori Vegetable Skewers

Tandoori Vegetable Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful dish, perfect for a healthy BBQ experience. Marinated in a spiced yogurt blend, these skewers bring the essence of Indian cuisine to your grill.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper - 1 medium (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• Red onion - 1 medium (cut into 1-inch pieces)
• Zucchini - 1 medium (sliced into 1-inch rounds)
• Mushrooms - 200 grams (whole or halved if large)
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams
• Greek yogurt - 150 grams
• Tandoori masala - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon (grated)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Wooden skewers - 4 (soaked in water for 30 minutes)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, tandoori masala, lemon juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and olive oil to make the marinade.
2. Add the chopped bell pepper, red onion, zucchini, mushrooms, and cherry tomatoes to the marinade, ensuring all vegetables are well coated.
3. Cover the bowl and let the vegetables marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour in the fridge for deeper flavor).
4. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated vegetables onto the soaked wooden skewers, alternating between different types of vegetables.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are slightly charred and tender.
7. Remove from the grill and serve hot with a side of mint chutney or yogurt dip.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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