Best 5 Vegetable Kabobs With Rice Recipes

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**Tantalizing Vegetable Kabobs with Rice: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Embark on a culinary journey with our enticing Vegetable Kabobs with Rice, a delightful dish that harmonizes vibrant flavors, textures, and colors. Picture succulent vegetable morsels, carefully skewered and grilled to perfection, exuding an irresistible smoky aroma. These tender vegetables, marinated in a symphony of herbs, spices, and zesty citrus, promise a burst of flavors in every bite. Accompanying these delectable kabobs is a fluffy and aromatic basmati rice, cooked to perfection and infused with the essence of fragrant spices. This harmonious union of grilled vegetables and fluffy rice creates a symphony of tastes and textures that will tantalize your palate.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED VEGETABLE KABOBS



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These Grilled Vegetable Kabobs with summer squash, mushrooms, onions, and brussels sprouts are a quick and easy way to add vegetables to any meal. Instructions for how to cook vegetable kabobs on the grill and how to make them in the oven included below. For more flavor, allow the vegetables to marinate in the fridge for a few hours.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 yellow squash or zucchini, cut into half moons
8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, trimmed
1 cup grape tomatoes
6 ounces brussels sprouts, halved,
1 medium onion, cut into chunks
3-4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper ((or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon red pepperflakes))
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
juice of two lemons

Steps:

  • Prepare 8 to 10 skewers (if using bamboo or wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes).
  • Chop the vegetables and garlic and place them in a large mixing bowl. Add the parsley and season with Kosher salt, oregano and pepper flakes. Add the olive oil and lemon juice. Toss to combine.
  • Set the vegetables aside for 20 minutes while you heat the grill (Or you can marinate them in the fridge for a few hours until you are ready).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 17.8 mg, Fiber 2.6 g, Sugar 3.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

VEGGIE KABOBS WITH HERB AND GARLIC MARINADE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 medium red or white potatoes
1 cup firm or extra-firm tofu chunks
1 cup red, yellow or green bell pepper chunks
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 cup red onion chunks
1 cup white button mushrooms
1 cup zucchini or yellow squash chunks
1 cup cherry tomatoes
Marinade, recipe follows
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup lemon or lime juice
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes in salted water until fork tender; let cool and cut into 1-inch chunks. Place potatoes and the vegetables in a shallow dish or container. Pour Marinade over vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat.
  • Remove vegetables from the Marinade, reserving Marinade. Thread vegetables onto skewers, alternating colors. Cook skewers on grill until vegetables are lightly charred all over, about 10 minutes, basting with reserved Marinade and turning occasionally.
  • Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl. The marinade can be prepared in advance and held covered in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

GRILLED VEGETABLE KABOBS WITH RICE



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Make and share this Grilled Vegetable Kabobs With Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Christine

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup oil-free Italian dressing
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1 inch slices
8 small boiling onions
8 cherry tomatoes
8 medium fresh mushrooms
vegetable oil cooking spray
2 cups hot cooked long-grain rice (cooked without salt or fat)

Steps:

  • Combine dressing, parsley and basil in small bowl; cover and chill.
  • Alternate squash, onions, tomatoes and mushrooms on 8 skewers.
  • Coat grill rack with cooking spray; place on grill over medium heat.
  • Place kabobs on rack and cook 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, turning and basting frequently with dressing mixture.
  • To serve, place 1/2 cup rice on each plate and top with 2 vegetable kabobs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 18.4, Carbohydrate 41, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 10, Protein 6.3

GRILLED CHICKEN AND VEGGIE KABOBS ATOP SAGE RICE



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When it is to hot and you don't want to cook inside try exiting outside to the grill. A wonderful blending of seasame and sage make this is a nice flavorful dish and perfect for those hot summer days.

Provided by PaulaG

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1 cup chicken broth
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 tablespoons honey
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon liquid hot pepper sauce
2 tablespoons finely snipped fresh sage
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
3/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
1 cup long grain brown rice
2 3/4 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 teaspoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons finely snipped fresh sage
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
1 medium yellow squash, cut in half and then in 3/4 inch chunks
1 medium zucchini, cut in half and then in 3/4 inch chunks
1/2 vidalia onion, cut vertically and then into thirds
8 -10 mushrooms, cut in half
1/2 medium red bell pepper, cut in 1-inch chunks

Steps:

  • In blender jar, combine all ingredients for the marinade except for sesame seeds.
  • Blend completely, stir in sesame seeds.
  • Reserve 1 cup of marinade and pour remainder over the chicken, cover and refrigerate 8 to 24 hours.
  • About 1 hour before cooking, place cut vegetables in a glass bowl and pour ½ cup of the reserved marinade over them.
  • Allow vegetables to stand at room temperature for approximately 45 minutes.
  • While vegetables marinade, bring the chicken stock for the rice to a boil along with 1 Tbsp of the sage.
  • When stock boils add the brown rice, stir, cover and cook for 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Warm sesame oil in small skillet, add sesame seeds and toast until lightly browned and fragrant; set aside.
  • Thread the chicken and vegetables onto 4 skewers alternating the chicken and vegetables.
  • Grill kabobs 20 to 25 minutes over medium heat or until chicken is thoroughly cooked and vegetables are crisp tender.
  • Baste frequently with remaining marinade.
  • When rice has finished cooking, stir in remaining 2 Tbsp of sage and toasted sesame seeds.
  • Serve the chicken kabobs over the rice.
  • The cook time does not include the marinade time for the meat.

VEGETABLE KABOBS



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Grilling is a delightful way of preparing the season's freshest produce. The zesty Italian marinade adds just the right amount of spice to the appealing assortment of vegetables.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 garlic clove, peeled
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 medium fresh mushrooms
2 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 small onions, cut into six wedges
8 cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash garlic with salt to form a paste. Stir in the oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning and pepper. , Thread vegetables alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers; place in a shallow pan. Pour garlic mixture over kabobs; let stand for 15 minutes. , Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or just until vegetables are tender, turning frequently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 598mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
  • Use a variety of vegetables for your kabobs, such as bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, zucchini, and mushrooms.
  • Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Season the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper before grilling.
  • Grill the kabobs over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred.
  • Serve the kabobs with rice, pita bread, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Vegetable kabobs with rice is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. This dish is packed with colorful vegetables and flavorful spices, and it is sure to please everyone at your table.

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