Best 8 Grilled Fruit Kebabs Recipes

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**Grilled Fruit Kebabs: A Sweet and Savory Summer Treat**

Savor the sweet and smoky flavors of summer with grilled fruit kebabs. These colorful skewers are a delightful combination of fresh fruits, grilled to perfection and drizzled with a variety of delicious sauces. From classic honey-glazed kebabs to unique savory options, this collection of recipes offers a kebab for every taste. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a healthy and refreshing snack, these grilled fruit kebabs are sure to be a hit. Explore the recipes within to discover the perfect combination of fruits, sauces, and grilling techniques to create your own unforgettable grilled fruit kebab experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS



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This summer, add grilled fruit kabobs to your bbq spread. These bbq fruit skewers are fun for the whole family and fruit on the grill is delicious too!

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups pineapple chunks (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 cups cantaloupe chunks (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 cups strawberries (stems removed)
Coconut oil spray
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Vanilla yogurt (for serving)

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 KABOBS



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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

1/2 fresh pineapple, trimmed and cut into 1-inch chunks
3 medium nectarines, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 medium pears, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 medium peaches, cut into 1-inch chunks
3 to 4 medium plums, cut into 1-inch chunks
10 apricots, halved
3 tablespoons honey or light corn syrup, warmed

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 KEBABS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 41m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 firm-ripe small plums, sliced into 6 wedges each
1 cup chopped pineapple chunks
Honey, optional

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



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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

½ cup margarine
¼ cup honey
3 fresh peaches, pitted and quartered
3 fresh plums, pitted and quartered
3 bananas, cut into 4 pieces each
12 strawberries, hulled
12 skewers

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 AND VEGETABLE KABOBS



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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

2 small yellow squash, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut in 1/4 inch slices
½ medium red onion, diced in 1/2-inch pieces
½ medium red bell pepper, diced in 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup sliced fresh pineapple, diced in 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup cherry tomatoes
8 wooden skewers
¼ cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced fine
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil

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 KEBABS



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 pounds assorted fruit (pre-cut into chunks), such as pineapple, mango, cantaloupe, honeydew and watermelon
1/2 cup light olive oil
Ice cream, serving suggestion

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



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Provided by Chris Lilly

Number Of Ingredients 6

Glaze
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups fruit chunks such as pineapple, peaches, and/or bananas

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



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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

6 peaches, firm, ripe pitted and cut into 8 wedges per peach
5 plums, firm, ripe pitted and cut into 8 wedges per plum
10 apricots, firm, ripe halved and pitted
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, drained or 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple, ripe peeled, cored, cut into 1-inch chunks
36 bamboo skewers, soaked in cold water 30 minutes (or more)
syrup

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

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure that your kebabs are flavorful and juicy.
  • Use a variety of fruits. This will add visual appeal and flavor to your kebabs.
  • Cut the fruit into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before using. This will help prevent them from burning.
  • Brush the fruit with oil before grilling. This will help them caramelize and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Grill the fruit over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
  • Turn the fruit skewers frequently. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Remove the fruit skewers from the grill when they are slightly charred and tender.
  • Serve the fruit skewers immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled fruit kebabs are a delicious and easy summer treat. They are perfect for parties, picnics, or a simple weeknight meal. With a variety of fruits to choose from, there are endless possibilities for flavor combinations. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing snack or side dish, give grilled fruit kebabs a try.

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