Wheat Free Cilantro-Lime White Bean Zucchini Skewers
These skewers are the kind of thing that makes a backyard grill session feel genuinely exciting — smoky zucchini rounds alternating with golden, herb-packed white bean patties, all finished with a bright cilantro-lime drizzle that ties everything together. The bean patties are built from cannellini or navy beans blended with garlic, cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika, so every bite carries real depth and warmth. Since the whole recipe leans on whole ingredients like fresh herbs, olive oil, and lime juice, there's no need to scan labels for hidden grain-based fillers or binders — it's naturally free of wheat without any awkward substitutions. The trick to keeping those patties intact on the grill is patting the beans completely dry and chilling the formed patties before threading them onto skewers, which gives them a firm, confident crust once they hit the heat. A quick rest on the grill without fussing lets them release cleanly, so you get those gorgeous grill marks rather than a crumbled mess. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lime and the remaining drizzle spooned over the top, this is a plant-forward dish that tastes indulgent and looks stunning on a platter.
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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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