Dairy Free Smoky Paprika White Bean & Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers are everything you want from a summer grill — smoky, a little spicy, and packed with color from charred zucchini and sweet red bell pepper. The marinade does the heavy lifting here, layering smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, and a hit of cayenne into a bold, fragrant coating that clings to every piece of vegetable and bean. White beans are the unexpected star, picking up those grill marks and developing slightly crispy edges that make them genuinely satisfying rather than just filler. Everything on this ingredient list is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping, substituting, or label-checking required — just straightforward, plant-based cooking that happens to taste incredible. A squeeze of fresh lemon at the end cuts through the richness of the olive oil and brightens the whole platter. Whether you're grilling for a crowd or just yourself on a weeknight, these skewers come together with minimal effort and deliver maximum flavor.
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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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