Celery Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers bring together smoky, spiced white bean patties and tender grilled zucchini rounds, all finished with a bright cilantro-lime drizzle that makes every bite feel fresh and lively. The ingredient list is completely free of celery in any form — no stalks, no seeds, no celery salt hiding in a spice blend — so you can cook and eat with total confidence. Patting the beans thoroughly dry before pulsing them in the food processor is the secret to patties that actually hold together on the grill rather than crumbling into the flames. A quick chill in the fridge before threading them onto skewers gives them even more structure, and once they hit the hot grates, a golden crust forms that locks everything in place. Cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika give the patties a deep, warming flavor that plays beautifully against the citrusy drizzle and the slight char on the zucchini. This is the kind of plant-forward grilling recipe that genuinely impresses at a cookout, whether or not anyone at the table has a dietary restriction to work around. Finish with an extra squeeze of lime and serve immediately while the skewers are still sizzling.
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4 servings
For the bean patties
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or navy), drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the skewers
- 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total), cut into 1-inch rounds
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
For the cilantro-lime drizzle
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water for at least 15 minutes so they don't scorch on the grill.
- 2
Spread the drained white beans on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat thoroughly dry — the drier the beans, the better the patties will hold together.
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