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Easy Sweet and Tangy Grilled Vegetable Skewers Recipe with Balsamic Glaze

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A simple and quick recipe for grilled vegetable skewers with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze that keeps veggies crisp, juicy, and flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced into ½-inch thick coins
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red onion, quartered and layers separated
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, whole
  • 8 oz button mushrooms, whole or halved if large
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup aged balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soaked if wooden)

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut zucchini into ½-inch thick coins, chop bell peppers into 1-inch chunks, quarter the red onion and separate layers, leave cherry tomatoes whole, and clean mushrooms. Keep pieces roughly uniform for even grilling.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss the vegetables in the marinade until evenly coated. Set aside for 10 minutes to soak up flavors but don’t over-marinate.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine balsamic vinegar and honey or maple syrup. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Let it reduce until it thickens to a glossy syrup (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Thread vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors and textures. Leave about 1 inch of space between pieces so heat can circulate.
  5. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F/190°C). Oil the grates lightly to prevent sticking.
  6. Place skewers on the grill. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side, turning gently with tongs. Watch for nice grill marks and some char but avoid burning. The veggies should be tender-crisp.
  7. Just before serving, brush the balsamic glaze generously over the hot skewers to add shine and flavor.

Notes

Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. If you don’t have a grill, use a grill pan or broil in the oven. Brush balsamic glaze at the end to avoid burning the sugar. Keep vegetable pieces uniform in size for even cooking. Marinate vegetables for about 10 minutes only to avoid mushiness.

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