California Grilled Veggie and Pesto Pasta Charred Summer Veggie Pasta with Fresh Basil Pesto Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (farfalle, penne, or rotini) 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds 1 yellow squash, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 red onion, sliced into rings 1 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup fresh basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Optional: pine nuts and fresh basil for garnish Directions: Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Toss zucchini, squash, bell pepper, and red onion in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill 3–4 minutes per side until charred and tender. Cut grilled vegetables into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, grilled vegetables, and cherry tomatoes. Toss with pesto until evenly coated. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garnish with pine nuts and fresh basil, if using. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled as a pasta salad. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #grilledveggies #vegetarianpasta #pestopasta #summerdinners #californiacooking #freshflavors #veggiepasta #basilpesto #easyvegetariandinner #chargrilledveggies #pastaideas #meatlessmeal #colorfulplate #mediterraneanpasta #healthycomfortfood #pastaandveggies #plantbaseddinner #homemadepesto #pastaart #seasonaleating So fresh, so grilled, so California This Grilled Veggie & Pesto Pasta is bursting with color, flavor, and feel-good vibes.

Chicken Adana Kebabs Spicy Turkish Chicken Adana Kebabs with Chargrilled Perfection Ingredients: 500g ground chicken (preferably thigh) 1 small onion, finely grated 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon sweet paprika 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon sumac 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley Salt and pepper, to taste Flat metal skewers or wooden skewers (soaked) To Serve: Warm pita or lavash Sliced red onion with parsley and sumac Grilled tomatoes and peppers Yogurt or garlic sauce Directions: In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, grated onion, garlic, paprika, cumin, sumac, chili flakes, tomato paste, olive oil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Knead the mixture for 5–7 minutes until well combined and sticky. This helps the mixture bind to the skewers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for deeper flavor). Wet your hands and mold the chicken mixture onto skewers, pressing it into a long sausage shape around each skewer. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates. Grill the kebabs for 3–4 minutes per side, rotating until cooked through and lightly charred. Serve hot with flatbread, sumac onions, grilled vegetables, and a drizzle of yogurt sauce. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 32 minutes Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #turkishcuisine #chickenkebabs #adana #middleeasternflavors #kebabrecipe #grilledchicken #easygrilling #authenticrecipes #turkishflavors #homemadekebabs #spicychicken #summergrill #chargrilled #meatlovers #halalrecipes #mediterraneankitchen #weeknightdinner #bbqseason #proteinrich #flavorpacked Bring the heat to your grill with these Chicken Adana Kebabs — packed with Turkish spices and smoky chargrilled flavor!

Greek Chicken Kabobs Marinated Greek Chicken Skewers with Fresh Herbs and Lemon Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1.5-inch cubes 1/4 cup olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste 1 red onion, cut into chunks 1 green bell pepper, cut into chunks 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks Wooden or metal skewers (if wooden, soak in water 30 minutes before use) Directions: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, thyme, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 3-4 hours or overnight for best flavor. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Thread chicken cubes alternately with onion and bell pepper chunks onto skewers. Grill kabobs for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges. Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Marinating Time: 3 hours | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours 27 minutes Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #greekchicken #chickenkabobs #grilledchicken #mediterraneanfood #healthygrilling #summerbbq #easyrecipes #foodie #grillseason #marinatedchicken #flavorfulmeals #lemonherbs #weeknightdinner #proteinpacked #familymeals #mealprepideas #freshingredients #chargrilled #kebabnight #homemadeflavors 🔥 Fire up the grill for these juicy Greek Chicken Kabobs! Bursting with lemon, herbs, and smoky char, they're a summer favorite! 🍋🍢