Whether you are looking for a delightful snack or a wonderfully refreshing dessert, citrus glazed fruit kabobs are an incredible option. Bringing together the vibrant flavors of citrus fruits, the natural sweetness of fresh fruit, and an irresistibly glossy glaze, these kabobs are a feast for the senses. With their vibrant colors and enticing aroma, they are sure to be the highlight of any gathering. Dive into this article to explore the tantalizing world of citrus glazed fruit kabobs, where you'll uncover the secrets to creating this delightful treat and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds thrilled.
Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!
CITRUS CHICKEN KABOBS
"I've been experimenting with lighter evening meals so we don't eat heavy right before bedtime," shares Suzi Sisson of San Diego, California. "My family loves how fresh and light these appealing glazed kabobs taste."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place 1 in. of water in a large saucepan; add broccoli. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain. , Cut each orange into eight wedges. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread chicken, vegetables and oranges. In a small bowl, combine the glaze ingredients., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill kabobs, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 10-14 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning and basting frequently with glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 568mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COLORFUL FRUIT KABOBS
"These luscious fruit kabobs are perfect as a summer appetizer, snack or side dish," assures Ruth Ann Stelfox of Raymond, Alberta. "The citrus glaze clings well and keeps the fruit looking fresh."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Breakfast Brunch
Time 15m
Yield 1 cup glaze.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Alternately thread fruit onto skewers; set aside. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch and juices until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Brush over fruit. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
FRUIT KABOBS WITH CITRUS DIP
You can't go wrong with this refreshing appetizer and delightful dip. Friends will clamor around it when you set out a lovely platter of these colorful skewers. -Linda Hess, Chilliwack, British Columbia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Dip banana slices in juice. Alternately thread fruit onto skewers. , In a small bowl, combine yogurt and vanilla. Serve with kabobs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (30g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CITRUSY FRUIT KABOBS
Fresh, fruity-and lower in sodium and fat-this kabob recipe is a great pick! -Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 kabobs.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine the first six ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature., Thread fruit onto eight metal or soaked wooden skewers. Brush with half of glaze. Lightly oil grill rack., Grill, covered, over medium heat until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally and basting frequently with remaining glaze. Just before serving, sprinkle with mint. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CITRUS-MARINATED BEEF AND FRUIT KABOBS
Steps:
- 1)Grate peel and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice from orange; reserve juice. Combine orange peel, cilantro, paprika, and ground red pepper, if desired, in small bowl. Cut beef Steak into 1-1/4-inch pieces. Place beef and 2-1/2 tablespoons cilantro mixture in food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat. Place remaining cilantro mixture and fruit in separate food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat. Close bags securely. Marinate beef and fruit in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours. 2)Soak eight 9-inch bamboo skewers in water 10 minutes; drain. Thread beef evenly onto four skewers leaving small space between pieces. Thread fruit onto remaining four separate skewers. 3)Place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill beef kabobs, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 9 to 11 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill fruit kabobs 5 to 7 minutes or until softened and beginning to brown, turning once. 4)Season beef with salt, as desired. Drizzle reserved orange juice over fruit kabobs.
CITRUS-MARINATED BEEF AND FRUIT KABOBS
Provided by Food Network
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1.Grate peel and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice from orange; reserve juice. Combine orange peel, cilantro, paprika, and ground red pepper, if desired, in small bowl. Cut beef Steak into 1-¼ inch pieces. Place beef and 2-½ tablespoons cilantro mixture in food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat. Place remaining cilantro mixture and fruit in separate food-safe plastic bag; turn to coat. Close bags securely. Marinate beef and fruit in refrigerator 15 minutes to 2 hours.
- 2.Soak eight 9-inch bamboo skewers in water 10 minutes; drain. Thread beef evenly onto four skewers leaving small space between pieces. Thread fruit onto remaining four separate skewers.
- 3.Place kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill beef kabobs, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 9 to 11 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Grill fruit kabobs 5 to 7 minutes or until softened and beginning to brown, turning once.
- 4.Season beef with salt, as desired. Drizzle reserved orange juice over fruit kabobs.
- Beef. It's What's For Dinner
WINTER FRUIT KABOBS WITH PEACH GLAZE
Looking for a distinctive dessert? Then check out these assorted fruits glazed and broiled to sweet perfection. Ready in 35 minutes!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- On each of sixteen 8-inch skewers, thread 4 to 6 pieces of fruit, including grapes. Place skewers on large cookie sheet; set aside.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat preserves, butter, liqueur and cinnamon over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until butter is melted. Brush about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of preserves mixture over kabobs; reserve remaining preserves mixture.
- Set oven control to broil. Broil kabobs with tops 4 to 6 inches from heat 2 minutes or until fruit is hot and glaze is bubbly. Serve warm or cold with remaining preserves mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Kabob, Sodium 15 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
A delicious summer dessert, especially when you are grilling outside already. You can have these cooking while you are enjoying your burgers or steaks! Excellent over vanilla ice cream.
Provided by LauraKKH
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Peach Dessert Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and place a large sheet of foil onto the grate.
- Melt the margarine and honey together in a small saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and cook gently, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Do not let the sauce boil.
- Thread a peach quarter, a plum quarter, a banana piece, and a strawberry onto each skewer. Place the skewers onto the foil on the preheated grill; spoon margarine-honey mixture over each skewer.
- Grill until the fruit is softened and the sauce has thickened and cooked onto the fruit, about 5 minutes. Flip the skewers, spoon more margarine-honey sauce over each, and grill for about 5 more minutes on the other side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 178.7 mg, Sugar 27 g
SUMMER FRUIT KABOBS
Make and share this Summer Fruit Kabobs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Alia55
Categories Dessert
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Puree first 5 ingredients in food processor until smooth and set aside.
- Brush grill with oil.
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Place fruit in large bowl.
- Pour pureed kiwi glaze over fruit and gently toss to coat.
- Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Arrange mixed fruits on skewers.
- Grill fruit over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side, brushing with puree until light brown.
- Serve immediately.
FRESH FRUIT SALAD WITH CITRUS GLAZE
This Fresh Fruit Salad is made with strawberries, grapes, kiwi, pineapple and blueberries then topped with a sweet, citrus glaze.
Provided by Lauren
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, and orange zest. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer until slightly thickened, about five minutes.
- Remove from heat, add vanilla extract and set aside to cool.
- Combine all fruit in a large bowl.
- Pour cooled glaze over top and gently fold in until fruit is evenly coated.
- Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 994 kcal, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 9 mg, Carbohydrate 233 g, Sugar 131 g, Protein 16 mg
CITRUS GLAZE
This sweet and tangy glaze is simple and does wonders for most any seafood, especially tuna and mahi mahi.
Provided by BEYOND7
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 18m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine the orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, water, sugar and salt in a small skillet. Mix well, and bring to a boil over medium to medium-high heat. Cook until reduced by half. Let cool until the glaze is thick and sticky.
- Brush onto grilled meats or fish during the last 2 minutes of cooking. Pour remaining glaze over afterwards, or use as bright decoration to your entree.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 0.4 mg, Sugar 19.2 g
FRUIT KABOBS
Everyone likes fresh fruit, and it's great served with this dip. -Cheryl Ollis, Matthews, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Breakfast Brunch
Time 15m
Yield 12 kabobs.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Toss apple and pear with lemon juice. Divide fruit into 12 portions and thread onto wooden skewers. Combine dip ingredients in a small bowl; serve with the kabobs.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 0 fat, Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED FRUIT AND VEGETABLE KABOBS
These fresh grilled fruit and veggie kabobs are a great healthy dinner your family will love. Plus, using aluminum foil prevents these kabobs from sticking to the grill, and makes cleanup a breeze.
Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reynolds®
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat grill to low, 325 degrees 350 degrees .
- Assemble kabobs, alternating different vegetables and pineapple on wooden skewers.
- Combine all ingredients for marinade in medium bowl and mix well.
- Brush marinade onto fruit and veggie kabobs.
- Line grill with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil.
- Place kabobs on grill on aluminum foil and grill for 10 to 15 minutes, or until veggies are desired doneness.
- Transfer kabobs to plate to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fat 7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 152.8 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ORANGE BEEF KABOBS WITH GRILLED FRUIT
Sirloin kabobs marinated in zesty citrus, combine with warm sweet foil pack grilled orange and pineapple. Serve over rice.
Provided by Alberta Rose
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine yogurt, cayenne pepper, ginger, orange zest, and sirloin cubes in a large freezer bag. Massage bag to mix and coat beef well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove beef from freezer bag; shake off as much marinade as possible. Thread onion, red pepper, and marinated beef cubes onto skewers; brush with olive oil.
- Place the pineapple and oranges in the center of a large piece of heavy duty aluminum foil. Dot with the butter, sprinkle with brown sugar, and drizzle with the rum. Bring together the long sides of the foil and seal well; fold up and seal each end. Place fruit packets on grill and cook, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Place kabobs on the grill with the fruit. Cook, turning occasionally, until meat is done to your liking and fruit is soft and glazed, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.3 g, Cholesterol 70.7 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 102.4 mg, Sugar 25.1 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe fruits: This will ensure that your kabobs are sweet and juicy.
- Cut the fruits into uniform sizes: This will help them cook evenly.
- Use a variety of fruits: This will create a more visually appealing and flavorful kabob.
- Marinate the fruits: This will help them absorb the flavors of the glaze.
- Grill the kabobs over medium heat: This will prevent them from burning.
- Baste the kabobs with the glaze: This will help them stay moist and flavorful.
- Serve the kabobs immediately: This is when they are at their best.
Conclusion:
Citrus-glazed fruit kabobs are a delicious and refreshing summer treat. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a variety of fruits to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating unique and flavorful kabobs. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious snack or side dish, give citrus-glazed fruit kabobs a try. You won't be disappointed!
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