Vegan Kabob Marinadern

Vegan kabob marinade is a savory way to liven up grilled veggies! Made with a simple mix of pantry ingredients, you’ll be mixing this up all summer.

Vegan kabob marinade in a small glass carafe.

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Summer is undeniably the best season for food.

Fresh fruits and veggies are at their peak this time of year, meaning you’ll get the best taste and texture. If you’re lucky enough to have a home garden, you may be dealing with overabundance and how to use all the vegetables you’ve grown.

One of my favorite ways to use up a mixture of vegetables is kabobs! You can mix and match what you have on hand and pair them with your favorite side to change things up.

This vegan marinade is the perfect way to add flavor to your kabobs. It received rave reviews from my whole family and can be used on pretty much anything including vegetables, tofu, tempeh, and even meat if you’re cooking for meat eaters too.

Ingredients

Olive oil
Tamari
Apple cider vinegar
Maple syrup
Garlic
Dijon mustard
Oregano
Smoked paprika
Coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

How to make kabob marinade

Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Pour over skewered vegetables and proteins of your choice and allow to marinate for 10-30 minutes before grilling or roasting.

Vegan kabob marinade in a measuring cup with a spoon in it.

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What to use for vegan kabobs

I used a mixture of onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini for my kebabs. Tempeh, tofu, seitan, and soy curls would be a great way to add some vegan protein.

This marinade will also work well if you’re cooking for meat eaters also, and will work as a marinade for chicken, fish, or pork. If doing this, be sure to separate the marinade so you aren’t using the same one for vegetables and meat.

Various vegetables covered in marinade in a glass bowl.

How to make veggie kabobs on the grill

After marinating your veggies, thread them onto a skewer. I used metal skewers, but if you’re using wooden skewers be sure to soak them in water for 20-30 minutes.

Grill the skewers until the veggies are softened and a little dark around the edges. You could also roast them in the oven.

How to store kabob marinade

You can make this marinade up to 3 days in advance. Store it covered in the refrigerator.

Tips for customizing this vegan kabob marinade

Mix and match your favorite spices, such as garlic salt instead of regular salt
Use soy sauce instead of tamari if you don’t need this to be gluten free
Swap the olive oil for a high heat oil such as avocado oil
Use honey instead of maple syrup if you don’t need this to be vegan

FAQ

Is it kebab or kabob?

The spelling and pronunciation are regional, but both are acceptable and refer to the same thing (meat and/or veggies cooked on a skewer, usually roasted or grilled). I have used kabob in this post for consistency.

What can I serve with vegetarian kabobs?

These veggies would be great with my mashed potatoes without milk, air fryer corn on the cob, mashed butter beans, canned butter beans, or vegan orzo pasta salad.