Lemon-Oregano Grilled Mediterranean Vegetable Skewers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

Colorful vegetables marinated in lemon juice and oregano, grilled to smoky perfection for a healthy Mediterranean side or main dish. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs zucchini, red bell pepper, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, cut into 1-inch slices zucchini
• 1 large, cut into 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
• 1 medium, cut into wedges red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 6 soaked in water for 30 minutes wooden skewers

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to form the marinade.
2. Step 2: Add 2 medium zucchini slices, 1 large red bell pepper pieces, 1 medium red onion wedges, and 1 cup cherry tomatoes to the marinade. Toss gently to coat all vegetables evenly.
3. Step 3: Thread the marinated vegetables onto 6 soaked wooden skewers alternating zucchini, bell pepper, onion, and tomatoes.
4. Step 4: Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 10-12 minutes, turning every 3 minutes until vegetables are tender and have grill marks.
5. Step 5: Remove from grill and let rest for 3 minutes before serving as a vibrant Mediterranean side or light main dish.