Grilled Veggie Skewers with Herbed Couscous and Corn Feta Relish

These colorful vegetable skewers prove that plant-based eating can be anything but boring. Chunks of zucchini, bell pepper and mushrooms are threaded onto skewers and brushed with a tangy mustard marinade, then broiled (or grilled) until lightly charred and tender. The result is a smoky, flavorful main that pairs beautifully with fluffy herbed couscous and a bright corn and tomato relish.

What really sets this dish apart is the corn relish: sweet corn, diced tomato and crumbled feta cheese come together with a splash of white wine vinegar for a fresh, tangy finish. Whether you fire up the grill or use your broiler, these skewers are a sensational way to enjoy Mediterranean-inspired flavors any night of the week.

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Ingredients

4 unit Wooden SkewersView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Roma TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

13.4 ounce CornView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Bell PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit ZucchiniView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Button MushroomsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 ounce ParsleyView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Veggie Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Garlic PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4.5 teaspoon White Wine VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Dijon MustardView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup CouscousView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Mediterranean Spice BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Feta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

7 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Wash and dry all produce. Preheat broiler to high. Place wooden skewers in a dish or wide bowl and cover with water; let soak. Core and finely dice the tomato. Drain and rinse the corn. Core and seed the bell pepper, then cut into 1-inch squares. Slice zucchini into ¼-inch-thick rounds. Trim and halve the mushrooms. Chop the parsley.
2. Bring 1 cup water, the veggie stock concentrate and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small pot. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine garlic powder, 1½ teaspoons white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Once the stock is boiling, add couscous to the pot. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand until the rest of the meal is ready.
4. Remove skewers from water. Thread mushrooms, zucchini and bell pepper onto skewers, alternating between each. Brush with the mustard marinade. Season with salt, pepper and 1½ teaspoons Mediterranean spice blend (reserve the rest for the next step). Place skewers on a baking sheet. Broil until lightly charred and tender, 6-8 minutes per side. (Tip: Short on time? Skip the skewers and place veggies directly on the baking sheet.)
5. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add diced tomato and corn. Cook, tossing, until tomato softens, 4-5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (you will have some vinegar left over). Remove pan from heat and let stand a few minutes to cool, then stir in feta cheese. Season with salt, pepper and the remaining Mediterranean spice blend.
6. Fluff the couscous with a fork, then stir in chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon butter and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Divide couscous between plates, then top with corn relish and veggie skewers.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a grill instead of the broiler?

Absolutely! These skewers are just as sensational cooked on a grill. Preheat your grill to medium-high and grill the skewers, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and tender, about 8-10 minutes total.

What can I substitute for the Mediterranean spice blend?

If you don’t have a Mediterranean blend, you can make your own by combining equal parts dried oregano, thyme, rosemary and a pinch of cumin or coriander.

Can I make this dish ahead of time?

You can prep the vegetables and marinade a day ahead and keep them refrigerated. Cook the couscous and relish just before serving for the best texture.