**Grilled Fruit Kabobs: A Sweet and Savory Summer Treat**
As the sun shines and the air warms up, it's time to fire up the grill and enjoy the flavors of summer. Grilled fruit kabobs are a delicious and easy way to celebrate the season's bounty. With a variety of fruits to choose from and endless flavor combinations, there's a kabob for everyone. From classic favorites like pineapple and mango to more unique options like watermelon and kiwi. Sweet, juicy, and bursting with flavor, these kabobs are sure to be a hit at your next barbecue or summer gathering. And the best part? They're incredibly easy to make! Simply skewer your favorite fruits, brush them with a glaze or marinade, and grill them to perfection. In no time, you'll have a platter of colorful and flavorful kabobs that are sure to impress your guests.
**Recipes Included**:
1. **Classic Grilled Fruit Kabobs**: A timeless combination of pineapple, mango, and watermelon, these kabobs are a crowd-pleaser.
2. **Honey-Glazed Grilled Fruit Kabobs**: A sweet and sticky glaze made with honey, butter, and cinnamon adds a touch of decadence to these kabobs.
3. **Tropical Grilled Fruit Kabobs**: Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this kabob featuring pineapple, mango, kiwi, and papaya.
4. **Savory Grilled Fruit Kabobs**: Grilled fruit can also be enjoyed in savory dishes. Try this recipe featuring peaches, zucchini, and bell peppers.
5. **Grilled Fruit Salad Kabobs**: These kabobs are perfect for a light and refreshing snack or side dish. Simply skewer your favorite fruits and grill them until slightly charred.
6. **Grilled Fruit Dessert Kabobs**: Treat yourself to a sweet and smoky dessert with these kabobs made with grilled peaches, bananas, and pound cake.
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
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 AND VEGETABLE KABOBS
Steps:
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- For the kabobs: Thread 1 piece of red pepper, 1 piece of pineapple and 1 piece of red onion on a metal skewer. Repeat the process until you reach the end of the skewer. Continue with the remaining fruit, vegetables and skewers.
- Drizzle the grill pan with olive oil and grill the kabobs until all sides have char marks, 3 minutes on each side, 12 minutes total.
- For the honey-lime vinaigrette: Add the olive oil, honey, cumin, lime juice and cilantro to a small bowl and mix until combined. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the grilled kabobs.
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
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 SUMMER FRUIT KABOBS
Fire up the grill and get out of the kitchen to make these juicy, tasty kabobs, submitted by Trisha Kruse from Eagle, Idaho. Whether served over pound cake or over a scoop of vanilla ice cream, you'll be glad that grilling isn't just for meat and veggies.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 2 kabobs.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- On 2 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread fruits. In a small saucepan, heat preserves and butter over medium heat until butter is melted; set aside 1/4 cup for dipping. , On a lightly oiled grill rack, grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-10 minutes or until fruit is tender, turning and basting with remaining preserves, mixture. , Serve with reserved sauce and, if desired, cake and whipped topping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g 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
Tips:
- Use ripe, firm fruits that will hold their shape when grilled. Avoid fruits that are too soft or delicate, as they will fall apart on the skewers.
- Cut the fruit into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
- Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help to prevent them from burning on the grill.
- Brush the fruit kabobs with olive oil or melted butter before grilling. This will help to keep them moist and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
- Grill the fruit kabobs over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, turning them once or twice, until they are slightly charred and caramelized.
- Serve the fruit 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 barbecues, parties, or potlucks. With a variety of fruits to choose from, you can create endless flavor combinations. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and easy dessert or snack, try making grilled fruit kabobs. You won't be disappointed!
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