Grill Up These Zucchini Kebabs With Refreshing Yogurt Dip

Got a garden bounty of zucchini on your hands? Here’s a simple recipe for zucchini kebabs along with a refreshing yogurt-based dip:

Zucchini Kebabs:

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis
• 1 red onion
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 pound (450g) of your choice of protein (chicken, beef, or tofu), cut into bite-sized pieces
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Wooden skewers (pre-soaked in water if using)

Marinade:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together the marinade ingredients.
2. Place the protein pieces in the marinade, ensuring they’re well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
3. While the protein is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Cut the zucchinis, red onion, and bell peppers into chunks.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Thread the marinated protein, zucchini, onion, and bell peppers onto the skewers, alternating the ingredients.
6. Brush the kebabs with a little olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
7. Grill the kebabs for about 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the protein is cooked through and the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
8. Remove the kebabs from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Yogurt Dip:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped mint, and lemon juice.
2. Mix well until all the ingredients are incorporated.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Serve the zucchini kebabs with the yogurt dip on the side. The cool and tangy dip complements the grilled flavors of the kebabs beautifully. Enjoy! —Vita Daily