LEMON-SESAME VEGGIE KABOBS

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Lemon and sesame star in this fresh veggie combination. "This tasty marinade turns plain veggie kabobs into an irresistible side dish." -Kimberly Hammond, Kingwood, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon minced chives
1-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 pound medium fresh mushrooms
1 pound cherry tomatoes
1 large sweet yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 small red onion, cut into wedges
Hot cooked brown rice, optional

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients. Add the mushrooms, tomatoes, pepper and onion; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Drain and reserve marinade., Thread vegetables onto eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes or until tender, basting frequently with reserved marinade and turning once. Serve with rice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges