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These Lemon Pesto Vegetable Skewers are so flavorful and aromatic. Sliced vegetables are marinated with pesto, lemon juice and olive oil for a healthy and delicious side dish. It’s an easy recipe that provides a flavorful vegetarian or vegan option for a backyard barbecue cookout.

I first made these Lemon Pesto Vegetable Skewers a few summers ago for a birthday cookout, using some leftover pesto from the refrigerator. The result was so good that it has become a regular dish on our backyard cookout rotation. The pesto gives the veggies an herby, aromatic flavor that my guests really love. Over time I have adjusted the recipe slightly, cutting back on the lemon zest so that the pesto flavor really shines.

In the past I have made these skewers with dairy pesto, as well as dairy-free; both options are tasty. In another post I have shared recipes for both kinds of pesto – vegan and dairy; you can use either type for these skewers. Or, you can purchase a pre-made pesto at the grocery store to make things even easier. If you’re a vegetarian, make sure you use a vegetarian pesto. The jarred varieties usually include cheese made with animal rennet, so it would be safest to make your own. Homemade pesto is a breeze to whip up, and nothing beats a fresh batch for flavor.

Feel free to change up the vegetables if you’d like. Mushrooms and onion chunks would also work well here. You can make these skewers parve or dairy free (vegan) by making your own Dairy Free Pesto and using olive oil rather than butter. Both versions taste great; my family prefers the dairy version because they are cheese fiends. Either way your guests will love this. It’s a perfect healthy, herby dish for the warm weather season. Enjoy!

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Food Photography and Styling by Kelly Jaggers