Pork Free Smoky Paprika White Bean & Zucchini Skewers
These vibrant skewers prove that the grill doesn't need meat to deliver serious smoky satisfaction. Zucchini rounds, sweet red bell pepper, and hearty cannellini beans get tossed in a bold marinade of smoked paprika, cumin, turmeric, and cayenne, so every bite is layered with warm, complex flavor. The beans are the real surprise here — threaded right onto the skewer, they pick up gorgeous char on the edges and turn creamy in the center, making them feel substantial and filling. A hit of fresh lemon juice in the marinade brightens everything up, and a squeeze of lemon wedge at the table takes it over the top. Everything in this recipe is naturally free of pork and pork-derived ingredients, so there's zero guesswork about what's going into your meal. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and you've got a dish that looks as good as it tastes — colorful, smoky, and ready to steal the show at any cookout.
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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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