Marinated-Vegetable Kabobs
Description
These vibrant Marinated-Vegetable Kabobs are the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring a medley of pearl onions, sweet yellow and green peppers, and tender eggplant, each skewer is brushed with a zesty tarragon and red-wine vinegar marinade that enhances the natural sweetness of the vegetables. The kabobs are roasted until tender-crisp with beautiful caramelized edges, making them an elegant yet easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. Ideal for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a light vegetarian dinner, these kabobs offer a burst of Mediterranean flavor in every bite.Ingredients
Directions
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In a 4-quart saucepan, heat 3 inches of water to a boil.
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Add the white and red pearl onions to the boiling water and cook for 5 minutes.
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Remove the onions with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a bowl. Set aside.
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Add the eggplant cubes to the same boiling water and cook for 1 1/2 minutes.
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Drain the eggplant and rinse under cold water to cool slightly. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.
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Remove stems and seeds from the yellow, green, and red peppers. Cut each pepper into quarters, then cut each quarter into 4 pieces.
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To assemble the kabobs, alternately thread 4 pieces of pepper, 3 eggplant cubes, 2 white pearl onions, and 1 red pearl onion onto each skewer.
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In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp tarragon vinegar, 1 Tbsp red-wine vinegar, 2 tsp sugar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper. Whisk in 1/3 cup olive oil until emulsified.
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Brush the assembled kabobs generously with the tarragon marinade and arrange them in rows on baking sheets.
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Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate. Reserve any remaining marinade for serving.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Remove plastic wrap from the kabobs and place baking sheets in the preheated oven.
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Bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until vegetables begin to brown on the bottom.
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Rotate the kabobs and bake for an additional 7 to 8 minutes, or until all sides are browned and peppers are tender-crisp.
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Transfer the vegetable kabobs to a serving platter and drizzle with any reserved tarragon marinade.
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Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired, and serve immediately or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.5g14%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Sodium 120mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 12g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2g8%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 2g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
