PORK AND FRUIT KABOBS

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"The original version of this recipe called for beef. But I use pork for a change of pace," shares Karen Salyer from Campobello, South Carolina. A delightful honey-sweetened marinade brings out the best in her healthy selection of vegetables and lean tenderloin cubes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup apricot nectar
6 tablespoons dry white wine or lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed
2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
16 dried apricots, halved

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight., Meanwhile, place sweet potatoes in a saucepan; cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil. Cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes; drain well. Pour remaining marinade into another resealable plastic bag. Add potatoes and zucchini. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight., Drain pork and discard marinade. Drain vegetables, reserving marinade for basting. On eight metal or soaked wood skewers, alternately thread pork, potatoes, zucchini and apricots. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, uncovered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3 minutes, turning and basting with reserved marinade. Grill or broil 4-5 minutes longer or until meat run clear, turning and basting frequently with reserved marinade.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Md Saiful lslam
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These kabobs are a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love them!


Marya Kimari
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I've made these kabobs several times now and they are always a hit. I love that they are so easy to make and they are always so delicious.


Mike Hector
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These kabobs are a great way to use up leftover fruit. I always have some leftover fruit from my weekly grocery shopping and these kabobs are the perfect way to use it up.


P SERIES
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I love that these kabobs can be cooked on the grill or in the oven. I usually grill them in the summer and bake them in the winter.


Laray Garmon
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These kabobs are a great way to add some flavor to your weeknight meals. They are easy to make and they are always a hit with my family.


Riggleman City
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I've also made these kabobs with chicken and they are equally delicious. I love that this recipe is so versatile.


Prexcious Khilji
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These kabobs are a great way to get your kids to eat their fruits and vegetables. My kids love them!


Arun Ghosh
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I've made these kabobs with a variety of different fruits and they are always delicious. My favorite combination is pineapple, mango, and red onion.


Salma Tarek
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These kabobs are perfect for summer grilling. They are easy to make and they are always a hit with my guests.


Michelle Wode
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I love that these kabobs can be made ahead of time. I usually make them the night before and then just grill them when I'm ready to eat.


awais Muhammad
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These kabobs are a great way to use up leftover pork. I always have some leftover pork from Sunday dinner and these kabobs are the perfect way to use it up.


Md Jabid
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I've made these kabobs several times now and they are always a hit. The pork is always cooked perfectly and the fruit is always so flavorful.


Kalpana Tamang
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These kabobs are so easy to make and they are always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


Aries Berries
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I made these kabobs for a party last weekend and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them.


Surpreme
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These kabobs were amazing! The pork was so tender and juicy, and the fruit was perfectly caramelized. I will definitely be making these again.