Turkey Skewers

Turkey skewers are a delicious and simple dish to prepare, ideal for a barbecue or an informal dinner. Here’s how to make them.

Ingredients

• 500g turkey breast
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 zucchini
• 1 red onion
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Aromatic herbs to taste (thyme, rosemary, oregano)
• Lemon juice

Preparation

1. Cut the turkey breast into cubes of about 2-3 cm.
2. Wash the peppers, remove the seeds and cut them into pieces not too small, similar in size to the turkey cubes.
3. Wash the zucchini and cut it into slices about half a centimeter thick.
4. Peel the red onion and cut it into wedges or fairly large pieces.
5. In a bowl, place the turkey cubes and season them with oil, salt, pepper, chopped aromatic herbs and a bit of lemon juice. Mix well and let marinate for about 30 minutes.
6. Prepare the skewers alternating meat and vegetables. You can start, for example, with a piece of pepper, then a piece of turkey, followed by a wedge of onion and a slice of zucchini, and so on.
7. Heat the grill or griddle and cook the skewers, turning them occasionally until the turkey is well cooked and the vegetables are slightly charred on the edges. Cooking should take about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of the skewers and the intensity of the heat.
8. Once ready, serve the skewers preferably hot.

Trivia

Skewers are a very ancient form of cooking that allows small portions of food to be cooked easily and evenly. They can be made with various combinations of meat, fish, vegetables or even fruit, depending on preferences and the season. It is a very versatile dish that lends itself to many variations, adapting to tastes and available ingredients.