Save A hearty and flavorful appetizer featuring smoky sausage rounds and melty cheese cubes stacked and grilled on skewers, perfect for sharing at gatherings.
This recipe has become my go-to party starter because it's easy to prepare and pleases a crowd every time.
Ingredients
- Smoked sausage: 300 g (e.g., kielbasa or andouille), sliced into 1.5 cm rounds
- Firm cheese: 180 g (e.g., cheddar gouda or provolone), cut into 2 cm cubes
- Red bell pepper: 1 large cut into 2.5 cm pieces
- Red onion: 1 small cut into chunks
- Marinade: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp smoked paprika 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Garnish (optional): 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade:
- Whisk together olive oil smoked paprika oregano garlic powder and black pepper.
- Mix Ingredients:
- Combine sausage slices bell pepper pieces and onion chunks in a large bowl and drizzle marinade over toss to coat evenly.
- Assemble Skewers:
- Thread ingredients onto skewers alternating sausage cheese pepper and onion begin and end with sausage for better grip.
- Preheat Grill:
- Heat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill Skewers:
- Grill for 10 12 minutes turning occasionally until vegetables are tender and sausage is heated through add cheese cubes midway through grilling after 5 6 minutes to prevent excessive melting.
- Serve:
- Transfer skewers to platter sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Save My family always gathers around the grill when I make these skewers it's a true crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together.
Required Tools
Grill or grill pan skewers metal or soaked wooden sharp knife cutting board mixing bowls tongs
Allergen Information
Contains dairy cheese Double-check sausage and cheese labels for hidden allergens and gluten if needed
Nutritional Information
Calories 260 Total Fat 19 g Carbohydrates 5 g Protein 15 g per serving
Save Give these skewers a try for your next gathering they are sure to impress and satisfy.
Recipe Q&A
- → What type of sausage works best for these skewers?
Smoked sausage varieties like kielbasa or andouille offer a smoky, robust flavor and firm texture that hold up well on the grill.
- → How do I prevent cheese from melting too much on the grill?
Add cheese cubes halfway through grilling to keep their shape while allowing a gentle melt without dripping.
- → Can I make these skewers vegetarian-friendly?
Yes, substitute smoked sausage with plant-based alternatives and use firm tofu in place of cheese for a vegetarian option.
- → What are good marinade ingredients for enhancing flavor?
A simple blend of olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper infuses these skewers with smoky, aromatic notes.
- → What side dips pair well with these skewers?
Grainy mustard and garlic-yogurt dips complement the smoky and savory flavors, adding a creamy or tangy contrast.