Mediterranean Veggie Skewers with a Yogurt and Paprika Marinade
Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, these Mediterranean Veggie Skewers with a Yogurt and Paprika Marinade are summer on a stick. Whether you're firing up the grill or planning to oven bake them, this easy, colorful recipe delivers smoky, tender veggies with just the right kick from a creamy, spice-kissed marinade.
Equipment
- BBQ skewers
- BBQ grill or Stainless Steel Pan
- Cooking Tongs (long BBQ tongs are ideal)
- A large bowl for the marinade
- Plastic food wrap
- Basting brush
- Ceramic grater plate
- Serving platter
Ingredients
For the Veggie Skewers
- 1 cup Green bell pepper cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces
- 1 cup Red bell pepper cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces
- 1 cup zucchini courgette cut into 1-inch (2.5cm) pieces
- 1 cup red onion cut into ⅛ pieces
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes optional
For the marinade
- 100 ml Natural yogurt
- 1 lemon juiced
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2-3 cloves of garlic minced
- ½ tsp Cayenne pepper for some heat
- 1 tsp Ñora Pepper crushed
- 1 tsp White pepper
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Step 1 - Prepare the marinade
- Add all the marinade ingredients to a large bowl and mix well until combined.100 ml Natural yogurt, 1 lemon, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2-3 cloves of garlic, ½ tsp Cayenne pepper, 1 tsp Ñora Pepper, 1 tsp White pepper, 1 tsp Ground Cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, Salt to taste
Step 2 - Prepare the skewers
- Thread the zucchini, red onion, green pepper, and red pepper onto the skewers.1 cup Green bell pepper, 1 cup Red bell pepper, 1 cup zucchini, 1 cup red onion, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Baste with the marinade.
- Cover with kitchen wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 3 - Cook Skewers
- For oven-baked, preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F, then bake for 15 minutes. Rotate and baste skewers, and bake for another 10 minutes (25 minutes total).
- Grill over medium heat, turning the skewers every minute or two to ensure even cooking. They should take around 10-12 minutes.
- If pan-frying, fry for around 10-12 minutes, turning the skewers frequently.
Step 4 - Serve
- Serve your skewers on a plate over a bed of fresh lettuce.
- Right before serving, add a squeeze of fresh lemon and season to taste with some salt and pepper.
Notes
Cooking tips:
Soak Wooden Skewers:If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning. Cut Veggies Evenly:
Keep all vegetable pieces roughly the same size (about 1 inch) to ensure even cooking and easy skewering. Marinate Longer (If Possible):
While 30 minutes works well, letting the skewers marinate for 2–3 hours in the fridge will intensify the flavor. Don’t Skip the Basting:
Basting the veggies during cooking helps keep them moist and adds extra layers of flavor. Grill with Care:
Don’t overcrowd the grill or pan—leave a bit of space between each skewer for even heat circulation and nice char. Finish with Freshness:
A squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of flaky salt right before serving enhances brightness and balances the smoky flavors.