Dairy Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers bring serious summer energy to the grill, layering smoky, spiced white bean patties with tender zucchini rounds and finishing everything with a bright, herby lime drizzle. The bean patties are built from cannellini or navy beans blended with fresh cilantro, garlic, cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika — bold flavors that hold their own against the char of the grill. A short chill in the fridge before grilling is the secret move here, helping the patties firm up so they stay intact on the skewer and develop a satisfying golden crust. Every component in this recipe is naturally plant-based and free from dairy, so there's no swapping or substituting required — it just works as written. The cilantro-lime drizzle does double duty, going on before the grill for flavor and again at the end for freshness, making each bite tangy, a little smoky, and deeply satisfying. Serve them straight off the grill with extra lime wedges and you've got a dish that feels impressive without being complicated.
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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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