Description
These Garlic & Lemon Salmon Kabobs are a flavorful and healthy option for your next grilling adventure. Tender salmon, marinated in a zesty garlic and lemon mixture, threaded onto skewers with colorful veggies, and grilled to perfection. A perfect dish for a summer barbecue or a light weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Kabobs:
- 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillet, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
- 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
Serving:
- lemon wedges for serving
- fresh parsley for garnish
- 6–8 wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Salmon: Add the salmon pieces to the marinade, toss gently to coat, and let marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Thread Skewers: Thread salmon, bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion pieces onto skewers, alternating for color and balance.
- Grill Kabobs: Grill the kabobs for 2 to 3 minutes per side, about 8 to 10 minutes total, or until the salmon is cooked through and slightly charred.
- Serve: Serve warm with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a full meal, serve over rice, quinoa, or a light salad.
- You can swap zucchini for yellow squash or add cherry tomatoes for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kabobs
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
