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A platter of smoked vegetables, including bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and sweet potatoes, served with fresh herbs.

How to Make Smoked Vegetables

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Smoked vegetables are a flavorful, easy, and healthy side dish or main, featuring bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, onions, and sweet potatoes infused with rich, wood-fired aroma.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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4 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, onions, sweet potatoes, asparagus)

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp smoked paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables:Wash and chop the vegetables into even-sized pieces. In a large bowl, toss them with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and optional cayenne. Finish with balsamic vinegar or lemon juice.
  2. Preheat the smoker:Set your smoker or pellet grill to 225°F (107°C). Use applewood, cherry, or pecan wood for a balanced, mild smoke that complements vegetables.
  3. Smoke the vegetables:Arrange seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a smoker tray or grill mat. Smoke for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Optionally, place a water pan in the smoker to retain moisture.
  4. Finish and serve:Drizzle smoked vegetables with balsamic glaze or lemon juice. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve as a side, in tacos, bowls, or salads. For a crispier texture, finish with 5 minutes of high heat.

Notes

Avoid using strong woods like mesquite or hickory as they can overpower the vegetables. Slice root vegetables thinner for even cooking. Use a smoker tray or grill mat to prevent small pieces from falling through.

  • Author: Sarah Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Smoking
  • Cuisine: American BBQ
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg