Grilled Vegetable Skewers

Ingredients

• Wooden skewers (8-10, soaked in water)
• Salt (1 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, or basil) (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)
• Mushrooms (2 cups, halved)
• Cherry tomatoes (2 cups)
• Red onion (1 large, cut into wedges)
• Bell peppers (red, yellow, or green) (2, cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Zucchini (2 medium, sliced into rounds)

Instructions

1. Soak the wooden skewers in water for about 30 minutes to prevent them from burning on the grill.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and pepper to create a vibrant marinade.
4. Thread the vegetables onto the skewers in an alternating pattern: start with zucchini, followed by bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms. This not only creates a colorful presentation but also ensures even cooking.
5. Brush the assembled vegetable skewers generously with the marinade, making sure each piece is well-coated for maximum flavor.
6. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
7. Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a minute. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs for a burst of color and flavor.