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Flavorful Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Easy Balsamic Glaze

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Quick and easy grilled vegetable skewers drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, perfect for last-minute gatherings or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch squares
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, cut into 1.5-inch squares
  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thick half-moons (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, cleaned and stems trimmed
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water for 30 minutes)
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Cut bell peppers into 1.5-inch squares, slice zucchini into half-moons about 1/2 inch thick, clean mushrooms, and wedge the red onion into similar-sized pieces.
  2. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the chopped vegetables with 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until lightly coated.
  4. Thread the vegetables onto skewers, alternating pieces and leaving space between them for even cooking.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F).
  6. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened to coat the back of a spoon (about 8-10 minutes).
  7. Place skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes to get even grill marks and slight char.
  8. During the last 1-2 minutes of grilling, brush skewers lightly with balsamic glaze to caramelize, or drizzle glaze over cooked skewers before serving.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.

Notes

Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking. Soak wooden skewers to prevent burning. Make balsamic glaze last-minute to keep it pourable. Turn skewers gently to avoid veggies falling apart. If using a grill pan indoors, reduce cooking time slightly and turn often.

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