Save to Pinterest 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 quickly became a favorite at our family parties because it combines smoky flavors with melty cheese and fresh veggies in a fun and portable way
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
- Olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/4 tsp
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/4 tsp
- Fresh parsley (optional): 1 tbsp chopped
Instructions
- Make Marinade:
- Whisk together olive oil smoked paprika oregano garlic powder and black pepper in a small bowl
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large bowl combine sausage slices bell pepper pieces and onion chunks Drizzle marinade over toss to coat evenly
- Assemble Skewers:
- Thread sausage cheese pepper and onion onto skewers 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 after 5 6 minutes
- Serve:
- Transfer to platter sprinkle with parsley and serve hot
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around the grill sharing these skewers and enjoying lively conversations on warm evenings
Required Tools
Grill or grill pan skewers 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
Per serving calories 260 total fat 19 g carbohydrates 5 g protein 15 g
Save to Pinterest These skewers are an irresistible appetizer that bring smoky flavor and melted cheese together perfectly
Common Recipe Questions
- → What type of sausage works best for this dish?
Smoked sausages like kielbasa or andouille provide the rich, smoky flavor that complements the cheese well. For a spicier touch, chorizo can be used.
- → How should the cheese be prepared to prevent melting too much?
Cut the cheese into firm, 2 cm cubes and add them to the skewers halfway through grilling to preserve their shape and prevent excessive melting.
- → Can the vegetables be substituted or added to?
Yes, red bell pepper and red onion provide sweetness and texture, but other vegetables like zucchini or cherry tomatoes can be used based on preference.
- → What is the recommended grilling technique for even cooking?
Grill over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Start and end the skewers with sausage pieces to ensure stability during cooking.
- → Are there options to make this dish vegetarian?
Plant-based sausage and firm tofu can replace meat and cheese for a vegetarian variation without compromising on grilled flavors.