The Vegan Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are tasty and have 120 kcal per serving. Takes 27 minutes to prepare this dish. Serve this recipe at events, feasts, lunches, festivals, holidays, or functions. It contains zucchini, vegan butter, olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. We may pair this recipe with brown rice, vegan pesto pasta, garden salad, garlic bread, grilled tofu, or quinoa pilaf. Keep these Vegan Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers for 3 days in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Course: Side Dish
- Diet: Vegan
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Cooking Time: 12 minutes
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Cuisine: American
INGREDIENTS:
- Half tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- One tbsp chopped parsley
- 2 medium zucchini
- Quarter tsp black pepper
- 4 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Half tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Half tsp salt
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- It is the main ingredient in the recipe that gives a sweet taste to the dish and absorbs the garlic butter easily. Zucchini makes every bite flavorful and delicious. You may use yellow summer squash as an alternative.
VEGAN BUTTER:
- Butter includes a rich and buttery taste without using dairy ingredients. It gives a golden finish while cooking. Avocado oil is good to include as a replacement.
OLIVE OIL:
- It keeps the zucchini from drying while cooking. It blends well with melted vegan butter to maintain the marinade. Sunflower oil is a good alternative as well.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice gives little acidity to maintain the richness of the dish. It improves the fresh taste of zucchini and herbs. You may use lime juice as another choice.
ITALIAN SEASONING:
- It includes dried herbs that gives depth to the recipe. Seasoning gives a fresh Mediterranean taste to the skewers. You may use dried thyme, oregano, or basil as a substitute.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, soak the wooden skewers in the water for twenty minutes.
- Then slice the washed zucchini into thick pieces.
- Mix melted vegan butter, olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, parsley, garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, pepper, lemon juice, and zucchini pieces in the bowl.
- Warm the grill on a moderate flame and include zucchini pieces on the skewers.
- Then grill the skewers for 12 minutes and coat with the remaining garlic butter during grilling.
- Lastly, take the skewers from the grill and sprinkle extra parsley on top.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN:
- Grilled tofu
- BBQ tempeh
- Vegan sausages
- Grilled seitan
RICE AND GRAIN DISHES:
- Cilantro lime rice
- Brown rice
- Quinoa pilaf
- Garlic couscous
PASTA DISHES:
- Vegan pesto pasta
- Creamy cashew pasta
- Lemon spaghetti
- Tomato basil pasta
SALADS:
- Garden salad
- Chickpea salad
- Cucumber tomato salad
- Kale Caesar salad
BREAD:
- Garlic bread
- Crusty sourdough
- Whole wheat dinner rolls
- Vegan focaccia
TIPS:
- Include zucchini slices in the skewers with a gap to cook them properly.
- Heat the grill early, then cook the recipe so the zucchini does not become soggy.
- Marinade the zucchini in the garlic butter mixture for 30 minutes, then add it to the skewers.
- Sprinkle parsley, basil, or dill on the zucchini slices, then serve for better results.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the zucchini skewers to the box to keep for 3 days.
FREEZER:
- Include this dish in the box & freeze for 60 days.
FAQs:
Can I make these zucchini skewers in advance?
- Yes, you may assemble the skewers and refrigerate for one day, then cook when needed to serve.
Which vegetable is good to include with the zucchini?
- You may add bell peppers, mushrooms, red onion, or a mixture of different vegetables.
Is it good to peel the zucchini in the recipe?
- No, the skin on the zuccihini helps to cook it properly and hold the shape as well.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net Carbs: 5 grams
Iron: 1.0 g
Total Carbs: 7 grams
Calories: 120 kcal
Vitamin A: 520 IU
Fiber: 2 grams
Calcium: 30 g
Protein: 2 grams
Sodium: 320 g
Potassium: 420 grams
