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Easy Juicy Grilled Vegetable Kabobs Recipe with Balsamic Marinade

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These grilled vegetable kabobs are juicy, flavorful, and easy to make with a tangy balsamic marinade. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings, they offer a healthy and delicious way to enjoy grilled veggies.

Ingredients

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  • Red bell peppers, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • Zucchini, sliced into thick half-moons
  • Red onion, cut into wedges
  • Button mushrooms, whole or halved if large
  • Cherry tomatoes (optional; add last 2 minutes to prevent bursting)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning blend)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut the vegetables into roughly 1.5-inch pieces to ensure even grilling. Keep cherry tomatoes whole and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chopped veggies (except tomatoes) to the marinade, tossing gently to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, but no more than 2 hours.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high (about 375°F/190°C). Brush the grates with oil to prevent sticking.
  5. Thread the marinated vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors and textures. Leave a little space between pieces for even cooking.
  6. Place kabobs on the grill. Cook for 10-12 minutes total, turning every 3-4 minutes to get an even char. Add cherry tomatoes during the last 2 minutes to warm without bursting.
  7. Remove from grill and let rest for a couple of minutes. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs like parsley or basil.

Notes

Soak bamboo skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Marinate vegetables for at least 30 minutes but no more than 2 hours to avoid sogginess. Add cherry tomatoes in the last 2 minutes of grilling to prevent bursting. If veggies char too quickly, move kabobs to a cooler part of the grill and close the lid. Brush kabobs with olive oil mid-grill if they start drying out.

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