Greek-Style Vegetable Souvlaki

• large red onion↗1
• olive oil↗1⁄3 cup
• garlic cloves, finely chopped↗5
• lemon, juice of↗1
• dried oregano↗1 tablespoon
• cherry tomatoes↗24
• small cauliflower, cut into florets, blanched↗1
• medium zucchini, cut into 2 . 5-cm (1-inch)2
• red bell pepper, cut into medium sized pieces↗1
• yellow bell pepper, cut into medium sized pieces↗1
• salt and pepper
• wooden skewers, soaked in water for 15 minutes12
• fresh thyme, chopped↗1 tablespoon
• fresh oregano, chopped↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut the onion into quarters and break into pieces.

2. 2

   Preheat the grill, setting the burners to medium.

3. 3

   In a bowl, combine all the ingredients, except for the fresh herbs.

4. 4

   Thread the vegetables onto the skewers, alternating colours. Place on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Brush with the oil mixture a few times during cooking. Sprinkle with the fresh herbs before serving.

5. 5

   Tips: For authentic Greek slouvaki, thread your ingredients on a vine sprig instead of the usual wooden or metal skewers. You will find them in florists and decorating shops.