Skewered Zucchini and Yellow Squash

Add these side dish squash kabobs to the grill alongside your meat or chicken and dinner will be ready that much faster!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings

Ingredients

  • 5 medium zucchini and/or yellow summer squash

  • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano, crushed

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. Wash and dry squash thoroughly. Slice off both ends of each squash and discard. Cut each squash in half lengthwise. Cut each half crosswise into 2-inch segments (you should have 3 to 4 segments per half).

  2. Place squash in a large resealable plastic bag. In a small bowl, combine oregano, salt, and pepper; pour over squash in bag. Seal bag; shake to coat squash. Add olive oil to bag. Seal bag; turn to coat squash.

  3. On eight 10- to 12-inch-long skewers, thread squash pieces, leaving a 1/4-inch space between pieces (see Tip). Place skewers on grill rack directly over medium-hot coals. Grill for 12 to 15 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally to brown evenly. Serve warm.

Tips

Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak in enough water to cover for 1 hour before using.

To make ahead: Prepare as directed through step 2. Chill for up to 24 hours. Continue as directed in step 3.

Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

35 Calories
2g Fat
4g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 3/4 cup
Calories 35
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g 1%
Protein 1g 2%
Total Fat 2g 3%
Sodium 158mg 7%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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