Citric Acid Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers are the kind of thing that disappears fast at a cookout — smoky, herby, and satisfying in a way that feels way more exciting than your average grilled vegetable situation. The white bean patties are the real star, seasoned with cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika, then pressed into compact rounds that develop a golden crust on the grill while staying tender inside. Alternating them with olive-oil-kissed zucchini rounds makes for a skewer that's hearty enough to anchor a meal. The cilantro-lime drizzle — made with fresh lime juice, chopped cilantro, and good olive oil — ties everything together with a bright, grassy finish that gets spooned on twice for maximum flavor. For anyone avoiding citric acid, that drizzle is key: it delivers all the zippy acidity you want using only fresh-squeezed lime juice, with no processed additives or preservatives hiding in the mix. Chilling the bean patties before grilling is a small step that makes a big difference, helping them hold their shape and release cleanly from the grill without falling apart. Serve straight off the platter with extra lime wedges and this one is genuinely hard to beat.
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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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