Summer is the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy a delicious grilled meal. And what could be more refreshing than a plate of grilled fruit kebabs? These colorful skewers are a great way to add a healthy and flavorful side dish to your next barbecue or picnic. From classic pineapple and mango kebabs to more exotic creations like watermelon and feta kebabs, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating grilled fruit kebabs. So gather your ingredients, preheat your grill, and get ready to enjoy a taste of summer with these delectable treats.
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GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
Instead of making a traditional fruit salad, why not try these quick and easy kabobs.-Mrs. Travis Baker, Litchfield, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thread fruit alternately onto metal or soaked wooden skewers. Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat until fruit is heated through, about 6 minutes, turning often. Brush with honey or corn syrup during the last minute of grilling time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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
GRILLED FRUIT KEBABS
Steps:
- Preheat grill to medium. Thread plums and pineapple chunks onto bamboo skewers that have been soaked in water for at least 30 minutes. Place on lightly oiled grill and cook for approximately 3 minutes on each side, until fruit softens and take on grill marks. Serve drizzled with honey, if desired.
GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to high heat. Soak the skewers in water for 20 minutes, to prevent them from burning while grilling the skewers
- To make the fruit kabobs, thread two pieces each pineapple, strawberry and cantaloupe onto skewer. Repeat process to assemble as many skewers as you'd like to make.
- Spray with the coconut oil spray and brush maple syrup all over the skewers.
- Place the fruit skewers on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes total.
- Serve immediately, dipped with vanilla yogurt, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 18 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 20 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
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
GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
Make the most of an outdoor dinner by giving your dessert some time on the grill, too. Just a few minutes on the heat softens and intensifies the flavor of fresh strawberries and pineapple.
Provided by By Paula Jones
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill, or grill pan.
- Onto each wooden skewer, thread pineapple, strawberry, mango, strawberry and pineapple. Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper. Squeeze lime juice over fruit.
- Place on grill over medium heat. Cook 2 to 4 minutes, turning every 30 seconds, until fruit softens and grill marks appear.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
GRILLED FRUIT KEBABS
Steps:
- Submerge skewers in water for 10 to 12 minutes. This will keep them from burning when grilled.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium heat.
- Thread fruit onto skewer, alternating types of fruit for a colorful presentation; fill the skewer no more than halfway. With a pastry brush, paint the fruit with a light coating of oil. Place skewers, a few at a time, in the hot grill pan. Turn occasionally until you have grill marks on all sides of the fruit. Serve with ice cream, if desired.
GRILLED FRUIT SKEWERS WITH SPICY MAPLE CUMIN GLAZE
Provided by Chris Lilly
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Build a charcoal fire for direct grilling. Soak the bamboo skewers in a bowl of water and set aside.
- Combine the glaze ingredients in a medium bowl and mix well. Add the fruit and toss gently to coat with the glaze. Cover and refrigerate.
- Thread the fruit on the soaked skewers, alternating each fruit type. Place the skewers on the grill and cook directly over medium-high heat for 1 1/2 minutes on each side, or until browned and caramelized. Serve warm.
GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
I am posting this for the Zaar World Tour II. I have not tried this. It is compliments of http://www.care2.com/channels/solutions/food/1435 . Time is a estimate and does not include the soaking of the skewers I think? Bar B-Q Grill is required.
Provided by Creation In Hope
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill, or preheat a grill pan for 3 to 5 minutes over medium-high heat.
- Brush the grill rack or pan lightly with vegetable oil.
- Thread 4 assorted pieces of fruit onto each skewer.
- Grill the kebabs in batches, turning once, until lightly browned and slightly softened, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to a platter and serve with the sweet syrup on the side and/or your choice of ice cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 148.2, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 1.5, Carbohydrate 37, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 32.7, Protein 2.5
GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS
Summer is the perfect time for fresh fruits and for grilling. Now you can have both pleasures at the same time! A great light dessert.
Provided by CookKelly
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pit or core fruit and cut as directed.
- Coat with a little lemon juice to prevent discoloration.
- Sprinkle with sugar and a light dusting of cinnamon, if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to grill.
- Use two metal or bamboo skewers per kabob.
- Place two skewers side by side (this will make kabobs easier to turn on the grill) and thread them with fruit and 2 marshmallows.
- Start with a nectarine third, rounded side out.
- Continue with the other fruits and marshmallows, ending with a peach third, rounded side out.
- Repeat with remaining skewers.
- Place on a grill over medium-hot coals for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the fruit is heated through and the marshmallows have toasted.
- (A metal spatula may help to scrape marshmallows from grill.) Serve with vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3, Fat 0.6, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 12.6, Carbohydrate 45.7, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 31.5, Protein 2.3
Tips:
- Choose firm, ripe fruits that will hold their shape on the skewers.
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent them from burning.
- Use a variety of fruits to create colorful and flavorful kabobs.
- Don't overcrowd the skewers. Leave some space between the fruit pieces so they can cook evenly.
- Grill the kabobs over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until the fruit is tender and slightly charred.
- Serve the kabobs immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Grilled fruit kabobs are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fresh fruit. They are perfect for summer cookouts, parties, or a quick and easy snack. With a variety of fruits to choose from and endless possibilities for dipping sauces, there is a kabob for everyone to enjoy. So next time you are looking for a fun and flavorful way to eat your fruit, give grilled fruit kabobs a try.
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