Ingredients

  • Combine
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 pinch cayenne
  • 1 pinch turmeric
  • 1 lemon, juice of
  • Add and Marinate
  • 1 zucchini, cut into 1 inch thick rounds
  • 1 yellow squash, cut into 1 inch thick rounds
  • 1/2 large red bell pepper, seeded, cut into chunks
  • 3 fresh pineapple, 1 inch thick rings, cut into quarters
  • 12 asparagus, cut into 3 inch lengths

Method

  • Soak 12" wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes.
  • Combine parsley, oil, garlic, seasonings, and lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Add vegetables and pineapple to the marinade. Let stand at least 10 minutes before skewering.
  • Thread vegetables and pineapple onto soaked skewers.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high; spray grates with nonstick spray.
  • Lightly coat both sides of vegetables with nonstick spray.
  • If using a gas grill, turn off one side; on a charcoal grill, push the coals to one side.
  • Lay the skewers on the grate with the vegetables over the hot side, handles over the cooler side.
  • Grill, covered, until vegetables are cooked and lightly charred, about 3 minutes.
  • Turn, baste with any remaining marinade, and grill 2-3 minutes more.