Zucchini and Eggplant Kebabs
with leftover chimichurri sauce and tomato salad
These veggie kebabs are oh-so-tender and tasty thanks to an easy marinade (feel free to use this marinade for everything). Drizzled with last night's chimichurri and a fresh tomato salad, this meal is sure to be a favorite.
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Ingredients
Veggie Kebabs with Leftover Chimichurri Sauce:
- Garlic - 1 clove , minced
- Sugar, brown - 1/2 tsp
- Soy sauce, low-sodium - 1 Tbsp
- Oil, cooking - 2 Tbsp
- Onions, red - 1/4 , chopped
- Zucchini - 12 oz , cubed or sliced into 1/2" / 1.25cm rounds
- Eggplant, Italian - 10 oz , cubed
- Skewers - 8 to 16 , we prefer flat bamboo ones
- Orzo, uncooked - 2/3 cup
- Leftover chimichurri sauce (from Wednesday) - 4 Tbsp
Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Chimichurri Dressing:
- Onions, red - 1/4 , sliced
- Cucumbers, English or Persian - 8 oz , diced
- Tomatoes, any type - 2 lbs , chopped or sliced into wedges
- Leftover chimichurri sauce (from Wednesday) - 3 Tbsp
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories
335
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% Daily Value
Total Fat
10g
15%
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Saturated Fat
1g
6%
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Trans Fat
0g
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Cholesterol
0mg
0%
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Sodium
333mg
14%
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Total Carbohydrate
34g
11%
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Dietary Fiber
8g
30%
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Sugars
13g
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Protein
7g
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Prep
- Make marinade for kebabs - Mince garlic. Mix with brown sugar, soy sauce, and oil. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
- Red onions - Prep as directed. Chop for kebabs and slice for salad. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
- Zucchini / Eggplant - Chop into 1” / 2.5cm wide cubes. (Can be done up to 2 days ahead)
- Marinate veggies - Toss zucchini, eggplant, and chopped red onions with marinade. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)
- Prepare kebabs - Thread skewers through zucchini, eggplant, and onions. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)
- Cucumbers / Tomatoes - Prep as directed.
- Make salad - Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, and sliced red onions with leftover chimichurri (just the salad portion).
- Cook orzo - Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Salt and add orzo. Cook according to package instructions. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)
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Make
- If cooking on the stovetop: Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly brush pan with some oil. Place kebabs on heated pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, pressing down firmly with a spatula. Flip and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- If making kebabs on a grill: Heat grill to 500F / 260C degrees. Lightly brush grates with some oil. Place kebabs on heated grates and grill for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and grill for another 2 to 3 minutes. Close grill and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Drizzle remainder of the chimichurri over the kebabs. Enjoy with orzo and salad on the side!
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories
335
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% Daily Value
Total Fat
10g
15%
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Saturated Fat
1g
6%
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Trans Fat
0g
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Cholesterol
0mg
0%
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Sodium
333mg
14%
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Total Carbohydrate
34g
11%
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Dietary Fiber
8g
30%
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Sugars
13g
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Protein
7g
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