Vegetarian Mini Kebabs with Yogurt Mint Sauce

Fire up your grill and delight in the vibrant flavors of these Vegetarian Mini Kebabs with Yogurt Mint Sauce! Perfect for summer gatherings or healthy weeknight dinners, this recipe combines tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and smoky red onion threaded onto skewers and marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, garlic, paprika, and spices. Roasted to perfection, these colorful kebabs are served alongside a refreshing yogurt mint sauce, made with creamy plain yogurt, fresh mint, a hint of honey, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Not only are these mini kebabs easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, but they’re also packed with nutritious veggies and brimming with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Serve them as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or light main course for a vegetarian delight everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 1 large Red onion
• 20 pieces Cherry tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 10 pieces Skewers
• 1 cup Plain yogurt
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill or oven to 400°F (200°C). If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning.

Step 2

Cut the zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion into evenly sized, bite-sized pieces. Aim for pieces roughly 1 inch in size.

Step 3

Place the zucchini, bell peppers, and onion pieces in a large bowl. Add the cherry tomatoes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the marinade over the vegetables and gently toss until all pieces are well coated.

Step 6

Thread the vegetables onto the skewers, alternating between zucchini, bell pepper pieces, onion, and cherry tomatoes.

Step 7

Place the skewers on the grill or a baking sheet (if using an oven). Grill or bake for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.

Step 8

While the kebabs are cooking, prepare the yogurt mint sauce. Finely chop the mint leaves and combine them with plain yogurt, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix well.

Step 9

Once the kebabs are cooked, remove them from the grill or oven. Serve hot with the yogurt mint sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2743.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2528.6

Total Fat 130.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 514.7mg	0%
Sodium 9864.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.8g	0%
Total Sugars 98.1g
Protein 182.9g	0%

Vitamin D 117.6IU	0%
Calcium 1202.4mg	0%
Iron 31.7mg	0%
Potassium 6714.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.8%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 27.2%