Cashew Free Smoky Paprika White Bean & Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers bring serious smoky depth to your grill night, loaded with tender zucchini, sweet red bell pepper, and hearty white beans that char beautifully at the edges. The marinade does all the heavy lifting — smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, and a hit of cayenne come together with garlic and fresh lemon juice to create bold, layered flavor that soaks right into every piece. White beans are an underrated skewer ingredient; they soak up the marinade like a sponge and develop a slightly crispy exterior on the grill that makes them genuinely addictive. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here since every ingredient is a straightforward pantry staple or fresh vegetable — no sauces, no blended nut bases, nothing to second-guess. Threading the beans snugly between the vegetables keeps them stable on the grill and ensures you get that satisfying char without losing anything through the grates. A squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley at the end brighten everything up and make the platter look as good as it tastes. Whether you're firing up the backyard grill or using a stovetop grill pan, this is the kind of plant-forward recipe that earns a permanent spot in your warm-weather rotation.
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4 servings
For the skewers
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch rounds
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
For the marinade
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, submerge them in water and soak for at least 15 minutes to prevent scorching on the grill.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, cayenne, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until combined.
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