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Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Fajita Butter

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  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Fajita Butter are a smoky, vibrant, and flavorful dish, perfect for summer grilling. The fajita-spiced butter melts over the charred vegetables, adding richness and zest.


Ingredients

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  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 zucchini, sliced into thick rounds
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 8 oz mushrooms, halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 metal or soaked wooden skewers
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Juice of 1/2 lime

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and lime juice to make fajita butter. Set aside.
  3. Toss the bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and mushrooms in olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Thread vegetables onto skewers, alternating for color and variety.
  5. Grill the kabobs for about 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and charred.
  6. Remove from grill and immediately brush with the fajita butter while hot.
  7. Serve warm with extra lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning.
  • You can prepare the fajita butter ahead of time and store it in the fridge.
  • Try adding other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or corn slices for variety.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 kabob
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg