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June 17, 2015

Grilled Summer Squash and Zucchini Skewers with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

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Prepare tender, grilled vegetable skewers featuring zucchini and summer squash and a tangy tahini yogurt sauce at your next barbecue.

Zucchini and Summer Squash Skewers with Tahini Yogurt Sauce on Platter

With Memorial Day behind us and the 4th of July just ahead, I’d venture to say quite a few of you have already fired up your grills at least once.  The summer months mean more meals enjoyed outdoors and that means lots of grilling.

Grilling isn’t just for hot dogs and hamburgers though; the intense heat of the grill transforms vegetables into something pretty special as well.  Grilled summer squash and zucchini skewers cook quickly, with a just hint of smoky flavor.

Grilled Summer Squash and Zucchini Skewers with Tahini Yogurt Sauce on Side

Zucchini and summer squash are two of my favorites on the grill this time of year.  Grilling brings out their inherent creaminess and mild sweetness.  I adore them as a side to any meal or just all on their own.

The squash first get a brief bath in a mixture of lemon juice, olive oil and oregano before facing the heat, and are finished with a tangy tahini yogurt sauce spiked with earthy cumin.  I love the contrast between the hot vegetables and the cool, creamy sauce.  The light smoky flavor of the grilled zucchini and summer squash pairs so nicely with the tahini and cumin.

Grilled Summer Squash and Zucchini Skewers with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Luckily both zucchini and summer squash are in abundance during the summer months which means they’ll be a staple on my dinner table.  You can also make the sauce ahead of time and keep it in the fridge for a few days so you can make these whenever the mood strikes.

If you’ve got a bbq coming up or are just looking for an excuse to fire up the grill, try these summer squash and zucchini skewers with tahini yogurt sauce for your next outdoor meal.

Serves 4

Zucchini and Summer Squash Skewers with Tahini Yogurt Sauce

Sylvie Shirazi

Yields 4

Prepare tender, grilled vegetable skewers featuring zucchini and summer squash and a tangy tahini yogurt sauce at your next barbecue.

35 minPrep Time

10 minCook Time

45 minTotal Time

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Ingredients

    For the Marinade:
  • 1 Tablespoon/15ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon/ 15ml fresh lemon juice
  • The zest of ½ a lemon
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt or Himalayan salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • For the Skewers:
  • 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1- 2 inch pieces
  • 2 medium yellow squash, cut into 1-2 inch pieces
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley for serving
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
  • Metal or Bamboo skewers (if using bamboo skewers be sure to soak them for at least 30 minutes prior to use)
  • For the Tahini Yogurt Sauce:
  • 2 Tablespoons/30ml tahini
  • 2 Tablespoons/130ml plain yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon/15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons/15ml fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tablespoon/15ml filtered water
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
  • 1/8th teaspoon sea salt or Himalayan salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl whisk together all the marinade ingredients. Add the zucchini and summer squash and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and let sit for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high.
  3. Thread the marinated vegetables onto the skewers.
  4. Brush generously with remaining marinade.
  5. Grill until the vegetables are tender and lightly charred (about 5 to 6 minutes each side). Transfer the skewers to a serving platter and drizzle with the sauce and chopped parsley.
  6. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

For Vegan and Paleo omit yogurt and replace with more tahini.

Tags

Diet
vegetarian
vegan
lacto vegetarian
ovo vegetarian
pescetarian
Allergy
gluten free
egg free
soy free
wheat free
seafood free
treenut free
mustard free
Courses
Side
Occasions
Summer
Fourth of July
Grilling

Nutrition

Calories

82 cal

Fat

8 g

Carbs

3 g

Protein

2 g
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Sylvie

Sylvie Shirazi is the recipe developer and food photographer behind Gourmande in the Kitchen. For the last 10 years she’s been making eating more healthfully easy and accessible with gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and vegan recipes that are free from processed ingredients.

Filed Under: Courses/Meal, Diets, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Recipes, Savory, Season, Sides, Summer Tagged With: skewers, squash, tahini, yogurt, zucchini

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  1. Amy @ What Jew Wanna Eat says

    June 24, 2015 at 6:51 am

    Love the use of tahini in this dip! WHo says it's just for hummus??
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  2. Audrey @ Unconventional Baker says

    June 23, 2015 at 8:02 am

    Anything with tahini can't be but amazing -- these skewers look awesome. Can't wait to try out some zucchini skewers now!
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  3. Sharon @ What The Fork Food Blog says

    June 22, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    I love grilled zucchini but that tahini yogurt must send it over the top!
    Reply
  4. Steph @ Steph in Thyme says

    June 20, 2015 at 5:35 pm

    We've been firing up the grill several times a week. Veggies on the grill are our favorite, but I'm looking for a new recipe to keep things fresh. This is right up our alley! I love the sound of the dipping sauce, divine!
    Reply
  5. Ash-foodfashionparty says

    June 19, 2015 at 11:18 pm

    That's a great looking plate of wonderfully healthy vegetables. I enjoy a good grilled zucchini, it's lovely.
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