Freezer to Grill Vegetable Skewers

 Freezer to Grill Vegetable Skewers

Ready in 15 minutes

Serves 4

97 calories 

Ingredients

• 1 red bell pepper 1-inch cubes

• 1 yellow bell pepper 1-inch cubes

• 1 purple onion 1-inch cubes

• 1 zucchini 1-inch cubes

• 8 oz. whole small mushrooms

• 1 9x13 foil pan

• aluminum foil

• 10-15 wooden skewers

• 2 Tbsp. olive oil

• salt

• pepper

Preparation

1. Soak skewers for a minimum of 15 minutes.

2. Place vegetables on the skewer in alternating patterns until filled to the desired length. Repeat until all the vegetables are gone.

3. Using a brush, brush the olive oil on all sides of all skewers.

4. Shake salt, pepper and Cajun seasoning on the skewers, on all sides.

5. Place parchment paper on a cookie sheet and lay the skewers on it to flash freeze.

6. Once frozen, place skewers in a foil pan and cover with plastic wrap and/or tin foil.

Cooking Instructions

Grill cooking instructions:

1. Place frozen skewers on a 400° grill. Grill, turning occasionally until char marks start showing up on the vegetables and they are tender-crisp, about 20 minutes (15 if thawed).

Oven cooking instructions:

1. Roast skewers from frozen on a baking sheet in a 400°F oven for 17 to 20 minutes, turning once. If thawed, bake for 12-15 minutes.