Simple Vegetable Marinade for Kabobs

Grilled veggie kabobs are always a winner during grilling season, and the best way to inject them with flavor is to use this simple vegetable marinade for kabobs.

I’m a big fan of dressings and marinades that can be made in a matter of minutes with simple ingredients I already have on hand, and this citrus marinade is one of them.

Vegetable Marinade for Kabobs Ingredients

If you love simple marinades that bring out your vegetables’ natural flavors, then I recommend olive oil, lemon, garlic, salt, and thyme mixture. 

• Olive oil
• Garlic, cloves or powder
• Lemon juice
• Herbs: oregano, thyme, basil (or Italian Seasoning)
• Pinch ground pepper
• Salt

How to Make a Marinade for Kabobs

There is little difference between making a marinade for kabobs and mixing salad dressing. All you have to do is combine the marinade ingredients in a bowl and shake.

To use it, lightly brush skewers with marinade.

How Long to Marinate Vegetables for Grilled Kabobs

Once you prep your veggies for grilling, you can make the marinade in a zip bag, add the chopped veggies into the bag and allow the marinade flavors to soak through for about 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.

You can also use a marinade tray. 

The Best Veggie Kabobs

Making veggie kabobs is simple when you have fresh and in-season vegetables. Try some of the combinations below to make colorful skewers full of flavor:

• Zucchini
• Onions
• Peppers
• Cherry Tomatoes
• Asparagus
• Eggplant
• Mushrooms
• Potatoes, baby, pre-cooked

Essentials for Grilling Veggie Kabobs

Outside of the grill, there are a small handful of items that make grilling veggie kabobs easier. here are my favorites:

• Metal skewers or wooden skewers
• Marinating tray
• Basting brush & cup set
• Baking Pan for transport
• Extra-long grilling tongs

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