Description
Sizzling “Grilled Brat Kabobs with Marinated Vegetables” promise a Wisconsin-inspired feast of juicy bratwurst and perfectly charred garden produce. Grill masters and backyard cookout enthusiasts will savor this colorful, flavor-packed summer sensation that brings friends and family together around one delicious skewer.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 4 bratwurst sausages (pre-cooked or fresh)
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
- 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
Marinade and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Additional Equipment:
- 6 skewers (metal or soaked wooden skewers)
Instructions
- Craft a vibrant marinade by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, tangy mustard, sweet honey, fragrant oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing vessel.
- Tumble sliced bell peppers, zucchini, onion, and cherry tomatoes into the marinade, ensuring each vegetable is thoroughly coated.
- Allow the vegetables to steep in the flavor-rich liquid for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced taste profiles.
- Prepare bratwurst by grilling or pan-cooking over medium heat until fully cooked, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Once cooled slightly, slice bratwurst into uniform one-inch segments.
- Assemble kabobs by alternating brat pieces and marinated vegetables on skewers, creating a visually appealing color gradient.
- Heat grill to medium-high temperature (375-400F / 190-200C), preparing for optimal cooking conditions.
- Position kabobs on grill grates, rotating periodically to ensure even charring and vegetable tenderness.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes until vegetables exhibit slight caramelization and bratwurst shows appetizing grill marks.
- Serve immediately alongside complementary condiments like robust mustard, smoky BBQ sauce, or rustic grilled bread.
Notes
- Boost flavor by marinating sausages alongside vegetables for deeper, more complex taste profiles.
- Choose pre-cooked bratwurst to reduce overall cooking time and ensure food safety without sacrificing juiciness.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and potential fire hazards.
- Customize kabobs by swapping bratwurst with chicken sausage or plant-based alternatives for dietary flexibility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 min
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg