Gut Friendly Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers bring together smoky, spiced white bean patties and tender grilled zucchini in a way that feels genuinely exciting rather than like a compromise. The bean patties are seasoned with cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika, then finished with a bright cilantro-lime drizzle that ties every bite together with a hit of freshness. White beans and zucchini are both gentle on the digestive system, and the whole recipe leans on whole-food ingredients without anything processed or hard to recognize. Patting the beans completely dry and chilling the formed patties before grilling are the two small steps that make all the difference — you get a golden, firm crust instead of a crumbly mess on the grill. The olive oil used throughout adds richness without weighing things down, and the optional red pepper flakes let you dial the heat to whatever your gut is comfortable with. Serve them straight off the grill with extra lime wedges and you've got a dish that's colorful, satisfying, and genuinely easy to pull off on a weeknight.
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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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