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    Veggie Shish Kabob with Garlic and Thyme [Video]

    Published: Feb 6, 2019 · Modified: Jul 27, 2021 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    An easy veggie shish kabob recipe that you can make any time. Delicious grilled vegetables flavored with garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar make the best side dish!

    An easy veggie shish kabob recipe that you can make any time. Delicious grilled vegetables flavored with garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar make the best side dish!

    Another shish kabob recipe for you. So far we have beef shish kabob , salmon shish kabob and chicken shish kabob. They're so easy to make and everyone loves food on stick! Our Mediterranean grilled vegetables make a good side for all grilled food and if you're looking for veggies on a stick, you can try this easy and delicious veggie shish kabob recipe!

    Table Of Contents:
    • What are the best vegetables for shish kabobs?
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Frequently asked questions
    • More grilling recipes
    • Step-by-Step Recipe

    What are the best vegetables for shish kabobs?

    You can make shish kabob with almost any vegetable such as zucchini, yellow squash, eggplant, tomatoes, peppers, mushrooms, onions and even brussels sprouts. My only note is thread vegetable that are similar in texture on the same skewer. For example, zucchinis cook pretty fast so you can thread them with tomatoes. It's also possible to thread each type of vegetable on a separate skewers.

    Ingredients

    First of all, prepare all you ingredients. I used zucchini, red onion, red belle pepper, yellow bell pepper, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes.

    To make this recipe, you need zucchini, red onion, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes. These vegetables go well together and cook at the same time.

    As for the marinade I used a delicious mixture of olive oil, garlic, thyme, balsamic vinegar, salt and a little bit of lemon juice. More on the flavor variations below.

    Instructions

    • Start by cutting the vegetables. Cut the onions into big chunks and use button mushrooms if possible. Zucchini can be cut in half and then sliced or you can use baby zucchini.
    • Mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper and thyme in a large bowl.
    • Add in the vegetables and mix well using a spatula. Let the vegetables marinate for 15-30 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, heat the grill and start threading the vegetables on skewers. Metal skewers are easy to work with however, If using wooden skewers soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent them from burning.
    • Grill the veggie shish kabobs for about 10 minutes on each side until they are fully cooked. If the vegetables are getting charred but not cooked yet, move them to indirect heat (or heating area) and let them cook longer.
    marinate the veggies and thread them on skewers then grill.

    Variations

    • Spicy: leave out balsamic and add ½ tap cayenne pepper.
    • Lemon garlic: use 2 tablespoons lemon juice instead of balsamic vinegar and use 6 cloves of garlic.
    • Rosemary garlic: use 1 teaspoon dried rosemary and 6 cloves of garlic. Omit the balsamic vinegar.
    • Zaatar: Add 1 ½ teaspoon zaatar to the marinade and leave out balsamic and thyme.
    • Turmeric paprika: mix ½ teaspoon turmeric with 1 teaspoon paprika. Add olive oil and lemon juice, mix and use this mixture to marinate the vegetables.
    • Teriyaki: Simply marinate the vegetables using teriyaki sauce (store bought or homemade teriyaki sauce work fine).
    veggie shish kabob is a great side dish.

    Serving suggestions

    These veggie shish kabobs are the perfect summer side dish. If you have your grill already running and making some shrimp kabobs, beef shish kabob, grilled Greek chicken or zaatar chicken, you can easily get your veggies going as well!

    I love serving these with a side dipping sauce such as tahini sauce or tzatziki. Of course, they'd go so well with dips such as hummus or muhammara too.

    Frequently asked questions

    How long to grill veggie shish kabobs?

    It really depends on the size of your vegetables. It usually takes between 15 to 25 minutes for vegetables to perfectly grill and become soft on the inside. Make sure the heat is not too high as you don't want vegetables shish kabobs to be burnt on the outside and raw on the inside.

    Can I cook these in the oven?

    Yes, and it's very easy! After your veggie skewers are ready, place them on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil and broil them 5 inches below the broiler for about 5 minutes on each side. Check regularly to make sure they don't burn.

    How to store the leftovers?

    Place the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the veggies on a baking sheet and heat in the oven at 300°F for 15 minutes.

    Veggie shish kabob is a great side dish to so many dishes such as chicken shawarma, Greek meatballs or homemade falafels. What I love the most about Mediterranean recipes is that they mix and match so well and complement each other beautifully.

    More grilling recipes

    • Grilled Zaatar Chicken Recipe
    • Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
    • Best Grilled Spatchcock Chicken
    • Joojeh Kabab (Persian Saffron Chicken Kebab)

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    Step-by-Step Recipe

    Veggie Shish Kabob with Thyme and Garlic

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    An easy veggie shish kabob recipe that you can make any time. Delicious grilled vegetables flavored with garlic, thyme and balsamic vinegar make the best side dish! 
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Main Course, Side Dish
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 211 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 zucchini
    • 1 large red onions
    • 1 red bell pepper
    • 1 yellow bell pepper
    • 20 button mushrooms
    • 20 cherry tomatoes

    vegetable shish kabob marinade

    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme see notes
    • 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 1 tsp kosher salt
    • 1 lemon juice of

    Instructions
     

    • Cut the zucchini into ½-inch thick half moons. cut the red onion and the bell peppers into large chunks. Make sure the mushrooms and tomatoes are clean and keep them whole.
    • Place all the vegetables in a bowl. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, balsamic vinegar, salt and lemon juice. Stir and make sure all the vegetables are coated with the marinade. Let the veggies marinate for 30 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium high.
    • Once you're ready to grill, thread the vegetables on metal or wooden skewers. Place them on the grates and grill for 10 minutes, flip a few times to make sure they cook evenly.

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    Notes

    • You can use 1 tablespoon fresh thyme instead of 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
    • The amount of time needed to grill the vegetables depend on the thickness of the slices and the heat of the grill. 
    • Store the leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 300°F for 10-15 minutes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 211kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 605mgPotassium: 783mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1521IUVitamin C: 140mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Rachna

      July 21, 2021 at 10:17 pm

      5 stars
      I absolutely love grilled veggies. They are just so delicious. I am going to add some paneer or cottage cheese to these and make.

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    2. Beth

      July 21, 2021 at 8:21 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy! These shish kabobs are so flavorful and so delicious! We love veggies here and this is the perfect side for dinner! Can't wait to make these again!

      Reply
    3. Heather Johnson

      July 21, 2021 at 8:04 pm

      5 stars
      delicious and so simple!

      Reply
    4. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

      July 21, 2021 at 7:41 pm

      5 stars
      Can't get enough of summer grilling. These kebabs have great flavors and are easy to make.

      Reply
    5. Julia

      July 21, 2021 at 7:29 pm

      5 stars
      These kabobs were so easy to prepare and my whole family loved them.

      Reply
    6. Ashley

      June 14, 2019 at 11:25 am

      5 stars
      Love the flavors in these kebabs and they are so easy too!

      Reply
    7. Suzy

      June 14, 2019 at 8:29 am

      5 stars
      I love how easy this comes together and the marinade is just perfect! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Shadi HasanzadeNemati

        June 14, 2019 at 8:40 am

        Thank you! It's an easy, tasty dish!

        Reply

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