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Salmon and Zucchini Skewers

17/11/2023

Salmon and zucchini skewers are a light and tasty dish, perfect for a summer dinner or a barbecue. Here is the recipe with an Italian twist.

Ingredients

  • 500 g of fresh salmon fillet
  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • 1 lemon (both juice and grated zest)
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • Extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives or, alternatively, fresh parsley
  • Wooden or metal skewers

Preparation

  1. Start by soaking wooden skewers in cold water for about 30 minutes. This step is crucial if you’re using wooden skewers to prevent them from burning during cooking.

  2. Cut the salmon fillet into cubes of about 2-3 cm.

  3. Wash the zucchinis and cut them into round slices about 0.5 cm thick.

  4. Prepare a marinade by mixing in a bowl lemon juice, grated zest, extra virgin olive oil, finely chopped garlic, salt, and pepper.

  5. Place the salmon and zucchini in the marinade and let them rest for 15-20 minutes in the refrigerator.

  6. Prepare the skewers by alternating a piece of salmon and a zucchini slice until all ingredients are used.

  7. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a barbecue, make sure that the coals are at the right temperature.

  8. Cook the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side, until the salmon easily flakes with a fork and the zucchinis are tender but still crisp.

  9. Serve the skewers hot, garnished with chopped chives or fresh parsley.

Curiosity

In Italy, skewers are often associated with summer cuisine and are prepared with various types of meat, fish, and vegetables. Family or friends barbecues are a tradition in many regions, especially during the warm months. Salmon and zucchini skewers are a lighter, Mediterranean variant compared to the more commonly consumed meat skewers.