Apricot and Rosemary Skewers

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Apricot and Rosemary Skewers
15 min.
6
158kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a delightful and unique appetizer to impress your guests? Look no further than these delectable Apricot and Rosemary Skewers! This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with flavor and perfect for a variety of occasions. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or an elegant dinner party, these skewers are sure to be a hit.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these tasty treats that serve six. Each skewer is a beautiful balance of sweet and savory, with the natural sweetness of apricots perfectly complemented by the aromatic notes of rosemary. The glaze, made from a tantalizing mix of honey, orange juice, butter, and peach liqueur, adds a luxurious richness to the dish.

Not only is this recipe easy on the eyes and the palate, but it's also gentle on your waistline, with each serving containing only 158 calories. So go ahead and enjoy one (or two!) without any guilt.

The versatility of Apricot and Rosemary Skewers makes them an ideal choice for any meal - serve them as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer. Pair them with a non-vintage fizzy or a luscious sweet chenin blanc for a truly memorable dining experience.

This recipe, inspired by Stéphane Reynaud's Barbecue & Grill, is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast looking to add a touch of elegance and creativity to their menu. So grab your skewers, fire up the grill, and get ready to savor the sweet, smoky, and utterly delicious flavors of Apricot and Rosemary Skewers!

Ingredients

  • 18  apricots 
  • 1.8 oz butter salted
  • tablespoons honey 
  •  orange juice 
  • 0.5 cup peaches 
  • 12 stalks rosemary 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Cut the apricots in two, spear them on the stalks of rosemary, making them overlap.
  2. For the syrup, combine the honey with the orange juice, reduce in a saucepan, add the butter and the peach liqueur, reduce again: the texture should be syrupy.
  3. Cook the apricot skewers over high heat for 5 minutes.
  4. Serve immediately, coated with syrup.
  5. non-vintage fizzy or a luscious sweet chenin blanc
  6. From Stéphane Reynaud's Barbecue & Grill by Stéphane Reynaud. Text copyright © 2011 Murdoch Books Pty Ltd.; photography copyright © 2011 Petrina Tinsley. Published in the United States by Lyons Press, an imprint of Globe Pequot Press.

Nutrition Facts

Calories158kcal
Protein4.36%
Fat39.47%
Carbs56.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.03
Glycemic Load
9.77
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.003912995043%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.25mg
Catechin
4.48mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
5.28mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
1.2mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.69mg
Quercetin
1.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:158.12kcal
7.91%
Fat:7.47g
11.5%
Saturated Fat:4.43g
27.69%
Carbohydrates:23.93g
7.98%
Net Carbohydrates:20.74g
7.54%
Sugar:20.24g
22.49%
Cholesterol:17.78mg
5.93%
Sodium:57.41mg
2.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.86g
3.71%
Vitamin A:2353.33IU
47.07%
Vitamin C:17.3mg
20.97%
Fiber:3.19g
12.74%
Potassium:334.15mg
9.55%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.16%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.79%
Iron:1.1mg
6.13%
Copper:0.11mg
5.55%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.07%
Folate:19.82µg
4.95%
Calcium:43.48mg
4.35%
Magnesium:17.4mg
4.35%
Vitamin K:4.44µg
4.23%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.05%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.78%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.62%
Phosphorus:32.48mg
3.25%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.07%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.26%
Source:Epicurious