Grilled Apricots with Mustard-Tarragon Glaze

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Grilled Apricots with Mustard-Tarragon Glaze
45 min.
6
110kcal

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Transform your summer gatherings with a delightfully refreshing dish: Grilled Apricots with Mustard-Tarragon Glaze. This vibrant side dish showcases the juicy sweetness of firm-ripe apricots, beautifully complemented by a unique glaze that marries the tangy kick of Dijon mustard with the fragrant notes of fresh tarragon and the rich warmth of honey. Perfect for those seeking a vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free option, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also bursts with flavor.

Grilling apricots brings out their natural sugars, enhancing their sweetness while creating a caramelized exterior. The short cooking time, just a few minutes on the grill, ensures that the apricots remain tender and juicy. As they cook, the glaze caramelizes, adding a layer of complexity that is sure to impress your guests.

Whether served as an accompaniment to grilled meats or enjoyed as a light, fruity snack on their own, these grilled apricots will elevate any meal. With only a handful of ingredients and a cooking time of just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning side dish that not only looks fabulous but also satisfies the taste buds. Prepare to savor this delightful culinary experience that celebrates the best of summer produce!

Ingredients

  • pounds firm-ripe apricots pitted halved
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • teaspoons tarragon leaves fresh minced
  • tablespoons honey 

Equipment

  • grill
  • skewers
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. Thread apricot halves onto 2 parallel 6- to 12-inch-long slender metal skewers (you will need several pairs).
  2. Mix honey, mustard, and tarragon.
  3. Brush half of this mixture onto one side of fruit.
  4. Place fruit, basted side down, on a barbecue grill over a solid bed of very hot coals or very high heat on a gas grill (you can hold your hand at grill level only 1 to 2 seconds). Cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes; baste with remaining honey mixture and carefully turn skewers over. Cook to brown other side, about 2 more minutes.
  5. Push fruit from skewers onto a platter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories110kcal
Protein8.28%
Fat5.98%
Carbs85.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.66
Glycemic Load
10.46
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
7.9421738334324%

Flavonoids

Catechin
5.55mg
Epicatechin
7.17mg
Kaempferol
0.95mg
Quercetin
2.46mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:109.51kcal
5.48%
Fat:0.81g
1.24%
Saturated Fat:0.07g
0.41%
Carbohydrates:26.03g
8.68%
Net Carbohydrates:22.73g
8.26%
Sugar:22.66g
25.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:57.35mg
2.49%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.51g
5.03%
Vitamin A:2943.61IU
58.87%
Vitamin C:15.53mg
18.82%
Fiber:3.31g
13.24%
Potassium:424.69mg
12.13%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.94%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.09%
Copper:0.13mg
6.5%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.18%
Iron:0.93mg
5.16%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.04%
Magnesium:20.04mg
5.01%
Vitamin K:5.06µg
4.82%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.51%
Phosphorus:42.68mg
4.27%
Folate:15.99µg
4%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.85%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.77%
Calcium:31.03mg
3.1%
Selenium:1.96µg
2.81%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.56%
Source:My Recipes