Vegetable Kebabs

These vibrant Vegetable Kebabs are a delicious and healthy vegan dish inspired by Lebanese flavors, perfect for a light lunch. Grilled to perfection, they feature a medley of fresh vegetables marinated in aromatic spices, served with a tangy tahini sauce.

Ingredients

• Bell pepper - 1 medium, any color, cut into 1-inch pieces
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• Red onion - 1 medium, cut into wedges
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams
• Mushrooms - 200 grams, whole or halved if large
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 1 tablespoon (to thin tahini)
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to create a marinade.
2. Add the bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms to the bowl, and toss until all vegetables are well coated with the marinade.
3. Cover the bowl and let the vegetables marinate for at least 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
5. Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating them for a colorful presentation.
6. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for about 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
7. While the kebabs are grilling, mix the tahini with water in a small bowl until smooth, adding more water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
8. Once cooked, remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a minute.
9. Serve the vegetable kebabs warm, drizzled with tahini sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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