Fruit Skewers with Vin Santo Glaze

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Fruit Skewers with Vin Santo Glaze
45 min.
4
233kcal

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Looking for a delightful way to elevate your appetizer game? These Fruit Skewers with Vin Santo Glaze are the perfect fusion of fresh, vibrant flavors and a hint of indulgence. Imagine biting into juicy, perfectly grilled peaches, plums, sweet cherries, and crisp green grapes, all glistening with a rich and aromatic glaze that combines the complexity of Vin Santo wine with the floral notes of orange blossom honey. It's a refreshing starter that's sure to impress your guests!

Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a summer barbecue, an elegant dinner party, or just a casual family get-together, these skewers deliver not only on flavor but also on presentation. The colorful array of fruits adds a splash of vibrancy, while the creamy ricotta cheese provides a rich contrast that ties the dish together beautifully. Plus, you’ll love how simple these skewers are to prepare—ready in just 45 minutes, they are a delicious way to highlight seasonal fruits and offer a gluten-free and vegetarian option everyone can enjoy.

So fire up your grill and get ready to impress with this mouthwatering recipe that promises to be the star of your antipasti spread. With every bite, your guests will experience the perfect balance of sweetness and creaminess, making these Fruit Skewers not just a treat for the taste buds, but a feast for the eyes as well!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon butter 
  • stick cinnamon (2-inch)
  • 0.8 cup grapes green seedless
  • tablespoons orange blossom honey 
  • strip orange rind (4-inch-long)
  • teaspoon orange rind grated
  • cup part-skim ricotta cheese 
  • cup peaches cubed peeled ( 2 medium)
  • cup plums ripe cubed ( 4)
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.8 cup cherries sweet pitted
  • cup vin santo 
  • cup vin santo 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • grill
  • skewers

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. To prepare glaze, combine first 4 ingredients in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook for 15 minutes or until reduced to 1/3 cup.
  3. Remove and discard rind and cinnamon.
  4. Add butter, stirring with a whisk.
  5. Remove from heat. Keep warm.
  6. To prepare skewers, thread peaches, plums, grapes, and cherries alternately onto each of 8 (8-inch) skewers; brush with 2 tablespoons glaze, reserving remaining glaze.
  7. Place skewers on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 4 minutes on each side or until lightly browned.
  8. To prepare cheese, combine ricotta and remaining ingredients, stirring well. Spoon about 3/4 tablespoon remaining glaze on each of 4 dessert plates; top with 2 skewers. Spoon about 1/4 cup cheese mixture on each plate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories233kcal
Protein13.55%
Fat29.94%
Carbs56.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68
Glycemic Load
14.7
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.486086976269%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
10.88mg
Pelargonidin
0.07mg
Peonidin
0.52mg
Catechin
4.21mg
Epigallocatechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
3.51mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.33mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.22mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.89kcal
11.64%
Fat:8.11g
12.48%
Saturated Fat:4.9g
30.6%
Carbohydrates:34.45g
11.48%
Net Carbohydrates:31.93g
11.61%
Sugar:27.71g
30.79%
Cholesterol:26.75mg
8.91%
Sodium:105.82mg
4.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.26g
16.52%
Calcium:190.19mg
19.02%
Selenium:11.34µg
16.2%
Phosphorus:141.24mg
14.12%
Vitamin A:635.4IU
12.71%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.13%
Vitamin C:9.61mg
11.65%
Fiber:2.52g
10.1%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.03%
Vitamin K:9.42µg
8.98%
Potassium:307.73mg
8.79%
Zinc:1.02mg
6.81%
Copper:0.13mg
6.54%
Magnesium:20.91mg
5.23%
Iron:0.76mg
4.2%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.13%
Vitamin E:0.61mg
4.05%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.71%
Folate:14.49µg
3.62%
Vitamin B5:0.34mg
3.42%
Vitamin B3:0.65mg
3.23%
Vitamin B12:0.19µg
3.1%
Source:My Recipes