VEGGIE SKEWERS

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"I discovered this recipe while trying to spruce up plain vegetables for dinner guests," recalls Monica Meek Flatford of Knoxville, Tennessee. A mild spice blend coats colorful skewers of fresh zucchini, summer squash and mushrooms.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices
2 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch slices
1/2 pound whole fresh mushrooms
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the zucchini, yellow squash and mushrooms. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Brush some of the mixture over vegetables. , Grill, uncovered, over medium heat for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables are tender, turning and basting occasionally with herb mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 303mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.