Grilled Sardine Skewers with Vegetables
Juicy sardines and colorful vegetables grilled on skewers, finished with a bright lemon-herb dressing. A simple, flavorful weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
- 8 whole sardines, cleaned
- 2 medium bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
If using wooden skewers, soak 8 skewers in water for 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- 2
Cut the 2 bell peppers and 1 red onion into 1-inch chunks. In a bowl, toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt.
- 3
Thread the sardines and vegetables alternately onto the skewers, dividing evenly. Brush with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 4
Grill the skewers for 4-5 minutes per side, until the sardines are opaque and lightly charred, and the vegetables are tender.
- 5
While grilling, make the dressing: whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley.
- 6
Serve the skewers hot, drizzled with the lemon-parsley dressing.
- 7
Optional: add a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the dressing for extra heat.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
- Basting brush
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
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