Grilled Fruit Skewers…and Outrageous Fair Foods

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
30%
Grilled Fruit Skewers…and Outrageous Fair Foods
55 min.
4
470kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your summer gatherings with a delightful treat that’s both refreshing and vibrant? Look no further than these Grilled Fruit Skewers! Perfectly suited for vegetarians and those with gluten or dairy sensitivities, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that brings a taste of the fair right to your backyard.

Imagine juicy chunks of cantaloupe, succulent pineapple, and sweet watermelon, all kissed by the flames of the grill, enhancing their natural sweetness and creating a caramelized exterior that’s simply irresistible. The addition of a mint-lime syrup adds a zesty twist, making each bite a burst of flavor that dances on your palate.

Not only are these skewers a feast for the eyes with their vibrant colors, but they also offer a healthy alternative to traditional desserts. With just 470 calories per serving, they make for a guilt-free indulgence that everyone can enjoy. Whether served as a side dish at a barbecue or as a light dessert after a meal, these Grilled Fruit Skewers are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.

So fire up the grill, gather your favorite fruits, and get ready to create a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  •  bamboo skewers 
  • 0.5 small cantaloupe peeled seeded cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoon lime zest 
  • cup mint leaves minced
  •  pineapple cored peeled cut into 1-inch chunks
  • servings salt to taste
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 small watermelon seedless peeled cut into 1-inch chunks

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the sugar, honey and 1/2 cup water to a boil. Stir occasionally, until sugar dissolves.
  2. Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool slightly. Stir in the mint and lime zest.

Nutrition Facts

Calories470kcal
Protein4.35%
Fat2.45%
Carbs93.2%

Properties

Glycemic Index
96.8
Glycemic Load
74.94
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.604347736939%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
3.48mg
Hesperetin
2.43mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.61mg
Luteolin
4.39mg
Kaempferol
2.57mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.43kcal
23.52%
Fat:1.41g
2.18%
Saturated Fat:0.17g
1.05%
Carbohydrates:121.02g
40.34%
Net Carbohydrates:114.11g
41.49%
Sugar:103.94g
115.49%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:223mg
9.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.65g
11.29%
Vitamin C:164.3mg
199.15%
Manganese:2.49mg
124.39%
Vitamin A:5675.84IU
113.52%
Potassium:1043.39mg
29.81%
Copper:0.58mg
29.14%
Fiber:6.91g
27.65%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.61%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.8%
Magnesium:100.25mg
25.06%
Folate:78.87µg
19.72%
Vitamin B5:1.84mg
18.44%
Iron:2.91mg
16.19%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.66%
Vitamin B3:2.74mg
13.71%
Calcium:103.88mg
10.39%
Phosphorus:99.45mg
9.94%
Zinc:1.27mg
8.45%
Selenium:3.76µg
5.36%
Vitamin K:3.65µg
3.48%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.49%