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Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Fajita Butter Recipe

Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with Fajita Butter are a colorful and flavorful vegetarian dish, perfect for summer grilling. The vegetables are skewered and grilled to perfection, then topped with a zesty fajita-seasoned butter.

Ingredients

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  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
  • 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • 1 red onion, cut into chunks
  • 8 oz mushrooms, whole or halved
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 wooden or metal skewers
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

  1. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes, if using.
  2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. Thread the vegetables alternately onto the skewers.
  4. Brush the vegetable kabobs with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, mix softened butter with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, paprika, and lime juice to make the fajita butter.
  6. Grill the kabobs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  7. Brush the hot kabobs with fajita butter just before serving.

Notes

  • You can use any combination of your favorite vegetables.
  • Make the fajita butter ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to use.
  • Serve with rice, tortillas, or over a salad for a complete meal.

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