Pineapple Vegetable Skewers (Printable)
Sweet pineapple meets colorful vegetables on the grill for a healthy, satisfying dish perfect for summer gatherings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
03 - 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
→ Fruit
05 - 1 fresh pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
→ Marinade
06 - 3 tbsp olive oil
07 - 2 tbsp soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
08 - 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
09 - 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
10 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
11 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
12 - Salt & black pepper, to taste
# How-to Steps:
01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
02 - Add the pineapple chunks, bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and cherry tomatoes to the bowl. Toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb flavors.
03 - Thread the marinated pineapple and vegetables alternately onto skewers, distributing ingredients evenly across each skewer for balanced cooking.
04 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, approximately 375-400°F.
05 - Place skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning every 2-3 minutes, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred with grill marks.
06 - Remove skewers from heat and serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs or a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The marinade creates this incredible caramelized char that makes even simple vegetables taste extraordinary
- Everything cooks on one skewer so minimal cleanup and maximum flavor
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- Soak wooden skewers for at least 30 minutes beforehand or theyll burn on the grill
- Dont overcrowd the skewers leave a tiny bit of space between pieces so the heat can circulate properly
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- Cut everything roughly the same size so they cook at the same rate
- Leave a little room at the ends of your skewers for easy handling on the grill