Mediterranean Grilled Veggie Skewers

Ingredients

• Skewers (8-10 (if using wooden skewers, soak in water for 30 minutes))
• Salt (1 teaspoon)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
• Fresh herbs (such as parsley, oregano, or thyme) (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
• Olive oil (1/4 cup)
• Mushrooms (1 cup, halved)
• Cherry tomatoes (1 cup)
• Red onion (1 medium, cut into chunks)
• Bell peppers (any color) (2, cut into chunks)
• Zucchini (1 medium, sliced)

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and halved mushrooms.
3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, salt, and black pepper to create a fragrant marinade.
4. Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to ensure each piece is thoroughly coated.
5. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
6. Thread the marinated vegetables onto the soaked skewers, alternating between different types for a colorful and appealing presentation.
7. Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for approximately 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally until the vegetables are tender and have beautiful grill marks.
8. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor.