Aug 02
Sweet and Smoky Salmon Kebabs
Just toss salmon chunks and zucchini slices in a bowl of brown sugar and spices and thread them onto skewers for this easy, healthy main-dish grill recipe.
Total Time: Level: EASY | Serves: 8
- 12 Metal or bamboo skewers
- 2 tbsp. packed dark brown sugar
- 1½ tsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. chili powder
- ½ tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)
- salt
- Pepper
- 2¼ lb. skinless salmon fillet
- 2 medium zucchini
- If using bamboo skewers, soak skewers in hot water at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling on medium.
- In large bowl, combine sugar, paprika, chili powder, red pepper, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
- Rub mixture between fingers to break up any lumps of sugar.
- Add salmon and zucchini and toss to evenly coat with spice mixture.
- Thread zucchini slices, 2 at a time and alternating with salmon, onto skewers.
- Place on hot grill grate and cook 9 to 11 minutes or until salmon turns opaque throughout, turning occasionally.
