Easy Mediterranean Beef Skewers with Summer Veggies
These easy Mediterranean beef skewers are perfect for summer BBQs or simple weeknight dinners. Made with lean beef marinated in extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs, then skewered with colourful vegetables, they’re a healthy, flavour-packed option the whole family will love.Naturally gluten-free and made with fresh ingredients, these beef skewers deliver protein, fibre, and healthy fats for balanced energy and satisfaction.
Nutritional Profile
- Lean beef is a rich source of high-quality protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12, supporting energy levels, muscle repair, and blood sugar balance.
- Colourful vegetables like zucchini, capsicum, cherry tomatoes, and red onion provide fibre, antioxidants, and phytonutrients that support gut health and reduce inflammation.
- Extra virgin olive oil delivers heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants that support metabolic and cardiovascular health.
- Balanced skewers combine protein, fibre, and healthy fats to keep you fuller for longer and help stabilise energy levels.
Ingredients
Skewers
- 600 gas lean beef steak cut into 1.5 cm cubes
- 1 large zucchini cut into ½ cm rounds
- 1 red capsicum cut into ½ cm pieces
- 1 green capsicum cut into ½ cm pieces
- 1 red onion cut into wedges
- 16-20 cherry tomatoes
- wooden or metal skewers *See tip
For the marinade:
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (read labels, no colours)
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tbsp thyme dried
- 1 tsp Sriracha (read labels, no preservatives or emulsifiers)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp cracked pepper
Instructions
Marinade:
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and whisk until well combined.
- Place the beef in the bowl and coat well with the marinade. Cover and place in the fridge for a minimum of two hours or overnight.
Skewers:
- If you are using wooden skewers, submerge them in water for one hour, to prevent the wood from catching on fire on the grill.
- Before making the skewers, heat the grill.
- To assemble the skewers, thread one piece of beef and continue rotating with the vegetables and meat.
- Grill skewers 3-4 minutes on each side. Once cooked, transfer to a plate and allow to rest for five minutes before enjoying!
- Skewers: Use metal skewers or wooden skewer sticks. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 1 hour before assembling to prevent burning on the BBQ or grill.
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Cooking methods: These beef skewers can be cooked on a BBQ grill or under the oven grill, making them an easy option year-round.
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Vegetable swaps: Use any of your favourite vegetables. Eggplant and mushrooms work especially well alongside zucchini, capsicum, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Meal Prep Tip: These beef skewers are just as delicious cold. Remove the beef and vegetables from the skewers and add to salads with diced avocado and feta, then drizzle with olive oil and vinegar for an easy, nourishing work lunch.
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Family-friendly: A fun, hands-on recipe to make with kids. My teen made these — and even prepped extra for his lunchbox the next day.
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Health Benefits:
- Heart Health
- Hormone Balancing
- Antioxidant Rich
- Autoimmune Supportive
- Muscle Building
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