High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers are the kind of thing that makes people stop and ask what's on the grill — smoky, herby, and bright with fresh lime, they deliver serious flavor from a short list of whole ingredients. White beans get pulsed with cilantro, garlic, cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika into rustic little patties that grill up golden and firm alongside tender zucchini rounds. Because every component is built from scratch using pantry staples and fresh produce, there's no sneaky sweetener hiding in a sauce packet or a can of seasoned beans — just clean, real food from start to finish. That matters more than it sounds, since condiments, canned goods, and pre-made spice blends are some of the most common places unwanted corn-derived sweeteners show up. The cilantro-lime drizzle — nothing but olive oil, fresh lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of red pepper flakes — ties everything together with a punchy, herbaceous finish that tastes like it came from a restaurant. A quick chill in the fridge before grilling keeps the bean patties intact on the skewer, so you get that satisfying crust without any fuss. Serve them straight off the grill with extra lime wedges and watch them disappear.
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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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