Mustard 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 alive. The flavor combination — cumin, turmeric, smoked paprika, and a hit of fresh lime — is bold enough to be the star of any cookout spread. Because the entire recipe is built from whole, simple ingredients like canned white beans, fresh herbs, and olive oil, there's no need to scan labels for hidden condiments or worry about sneaky additives that often show up in store-bought marinades and sauces. The bean patties do require a little patience — patting the beans thoroughly dry and chilling the formed patties before grilling are the two steps that make them hold together beautifully on the skewer. Once they hit a hot grill, they develop a golden, slightly crispy crust that contrasts perfectly with the juicy zucchini. The finishing drizzle doubles as both a marinade and a sauce, so nothing goes to waste and every component stays cohesive. Serve these straight off the grill with extra lime wedges and they'll disappear fast.
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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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