Threading fruit onto skewers creates a fun-looking dessert for kids and adults alike. A balsamic-honey glaze adds sweet tartness.
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Balsamic Drizzle
Calories
Protein
Fiber
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 199 | |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.1 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 5.2 mg | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | |
| Sugars | 29.9 g | |
| Added Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 2.4 g | |
Dietary Exchanges
3 fruit, 1 fat
Ingredients
Servings 4
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8 skewers -
2 cups pineapple chunks -
2 cups watermelon chunks -
2 bananas (peeled, cut into large chunks) -
1 package strawberries (stems discarded) -
2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar -
2 teaspoons honey -
1 tablespoon canola oil
Directions
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If using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes. -
Prepare a grill to medium-high heat. Prepare the fruit by chopping 2 cups pineapple and 2 cups watermelon. Peel and thickly slice bananas and remove stems from strawberries. -
Thread fruit onto the 8 skewers, aiming for 2 pieces of each fruit per skewer: strawberry, pineapple, watermelon, banana, strawberry, pineapple, watermelon, and banana. Place onto a platter or a baking sheet. -
In a small bowl, add vinegar, honey, and oil. Whisk together with a fork. Use a basting brush to glaze fruit with about half the balsamic mixture. -
Add fruit kabobs to the grill. Turning a couple times while cooking and basting with remaining balsamic mixture, until fruit is caramelized about 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from grill and serve.
Cooking Tip: Cutting the fruit into thick pieces to wedge onto the skewers helps ensure that they stay put during the grilling process.
Keep it Healthy: Consider a twist on the fruit salad by grilling large slices of fruit like watermelon, pineapple, peaches, pears, mangos and more. Chop and toss with a bit of olive oil and lime juice for a fruit salad.
Tip: It's easier to buy containers of already chopped fruit like watermelon and pineapple in a pinch; however, sometimes it's cheaper to buy an entire pineapple or a halved watermelon and chop it yourself.
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