RAINBOW VEGGIE SKEWERS

YIELD: ABOUT 16 SKEWERS

RAINBOW VEGGIE SKEWERS

These rainbow veggie skewers are amazingly colorful, healthier and delicious!

PREP: 20 MINS COOK: 10 MINS TOTAL: 30 MINS

INGREDIENTS:

VINAIGRETTE INGREDIENTS:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

VEGETABLE INGREDIENTS: (APPROXIMATE; FEEL FREE TO MAKE SUBSTITUTIONS AS NEEDED)

• 16 cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper, cored and cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 orange bell pepper, cored and cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 yellow squash, halved and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cored and cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 zucchini, halved and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
• 1 green bell pepper, cored and cut into 1-inch squares
• 1 large red onion, peeled and quartered then cut into bite-sized pieces
• 8 purple potatoes, halved

DIRECTIONS:

TO MAKE THE VINAIGRETTE:

Whisk all ingredients together until blended.

TO MAKE THE VEGETABLES:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Then add the halved purple potatoes and boil for 10 minutes or until fork tender, stirring occasionally. Drain.

Add the purple potatoes and remaining vegetables to a large bowl, and toss with the vinaigrette until combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 8 hours. If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to also soak them in water before grilling.

When you are ready to cook the vegetables, heat your grill to medium heat. Thread the vegetables onto skewers, in rainbow order if desired. Sprinkle with additional salt and pepper if desired. Then place the skewers on an oiled grill and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Remove and serve immediately.

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