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Kebabs

Juicy grilled meat and vegetables threaded onto skewers, with a simple garlic-dill marinade. Perfect for a summer barbecue or a quick weeknight dinner.

Total time
45 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
35g
Kebabs
ComfortingFestiveMediterraneanMiddle EasternGluten-FreeDairy-FreeBeefJuicy

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb beef sirloin
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 large bell pepper
  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ¼ cup dill
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 3 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cut the 1.5 lb beef sirloin into 1-inch cubes. In a bowl, combine the beef with 3 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped dill, 2 tbsp olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss to coat, then let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours).

  2. 2

    While the meat marinates, cut the 1 onion, 1 bell pepper, and 1 zucchini into 1-inch chunks. Place them in a bowl and toss with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt.

  3. 3

    Thread the marinated beef and the vegetables onto skewers, alternating between meat and vegetables. Do not crowd the pieces—leave a small gap between each for even cooking.

  4. 4

    Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides and reaches your desired doneness (about 135°F for medium-rare). The vegetables should be tender and slightly charred.

  5. 5

    Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, slice the 1 cucumber into thin rounds. Serve the kebabs hot, with the cucumber slices on the side.

Tools you’ll need

  • Grill or grill pan
  • Skewers (metal or wooden, soaked if wooden)
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Mixing bowls

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