Grilling season is here, and while a juicy burger is always welcome, vegetables on the grill are truly special. If you want to add more veggies to your meals or encourage picky eaters to try them, grilling enhances their natural sweetness and adds a smoky depth. These gluten-free grilled vegetable skewers are a great example of how simple ingredients can shine.
For this recipe, a flavorful basting sauce combines tamari (a gluten-free soy alternative), honey, sesame oil, garlic, and fresh ginger. I used yellow squash, zucchini, button mushrooms, colorful bell peppers, red onion, and cherry tomatoes, but feel free to swap or omit vegetables according to preference—just keep the pieces about the same size so they cook evenly.
Below you’ll find the full recipe, clear instructions, and nutrition information to help you plan your next cookout.
Gluten-Free Grilled Vegetable Skewers Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 wooden skewers
- ¼ cup San-J 28% Less Sodium Tamari
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, grated
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 ounces button mushrooms, ends trimmed and wiped clean
- 2 red, yellow, or orange peppers, cut into chunks
- 1 red onion, cut into chunks
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- Vegetable oil
Instructions
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Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning on the grill.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the tamari, honey, sesame oil, grated garlic, grated ginger, and black pepper to make the basting sauce.
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Thread the prepared vegetables onto the skewers, arranging them so pieces are similar in size. Lay the skewers on a baking sheet and brush them generously with the sauce.
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Preheat the grill for direct medium heat and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
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Place skewers on the grill and cook 8–10 minutes, turning and brushing with additional sauce every 2–3 minutes, until vegetables are tender and lightly charred.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.