Grilled Nectarines and Plums with Vanilla Bean Syrup

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Grilled Nectarines and Plums with Vanilla Bean Syrup
45 min.
8
153kcal

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Looking for a delightful and refreshing side dish to complement your summer meal? Look no further! This Grilled Nectarines and Plums with Vanilla Bean Syrup recipe is the perfect addition to any table. Not only is it vegetarian and gluten-free, but it's also incredibly easy to make, ready in just 45 minutes, and serves eight people.

With a focus on natural, vibrant flavors, this recipe is a celebration of summer's best fruits. The combination of juicy nectarines and plums, grilled to perfection and drizzled with a homemade vanilla bean syrup, creates a symphony of tastes that is both indulgent and light. The Vanilla Bean Syrup adds a luxurious touch, enhancing the natural sweetness of the fruits without overpowering them.

This dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it a great choice for entertaining or enjoying a special meal at home. Its caloric breakdown of 153 kcal per serving makes it a guilt-free indulgence. The balance of macronutrients—with a focus on carbohydrates for energy, a moderate amount of fat for satisfaction, and a bit of protein to round out the meal—makes it a well-rounded side dish.

Whether you're looking to impress guests, enjoy a healthy and tasty treat, or simply want to savor the flavors of summer, this Grilled Nectarines and Plums with Vanilla Bean Syrup is sure to satisfy. So why not give it a try and let the aroma of grilled fruit and vanilla fill your home?

Ingredients

  • tablespoons almonds toasted sliced chopped
  • cups cherries pitted halved
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • tablespoon honey 
  • tablespoons mascarpone cheese 
  •  nectarines pitted halved
  •  plums pitted halved
  • inch vanilla pod split
  • cups water 
  • 0.3 cup cool whip fat-free frozen thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Preheat grill.
  2. Combine 2 cups water and 1/3 cup honey in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Scrape seeds from the vanilla bean, and add seeds to honey mixture. Discard bean. Bring to a boil. Cook until reduced to 1 1/4 cups (about 15 minutes).
  3. Combine whipped topping, cheese, and 1 tablespoon honey, stirring until smooth. Set aside.
  4. Lightly coat both sides of nectarines and plums with cooking spray.
  5. Place nectarines and plums, cut side down, on a grill rack coated with cooking spray. Grill 2 minutes on each side or until soft.
  6. Place 1 nectarine half and 1 plum half in each of 8 shallow bowls. Top each serving with 1/4 cup cherries; drizzle each with 2 tablespoons honey mixture. Spoon 2 teaspoons cheese mixture over each serving; sprinkle each serving with 3/4 teaspoon nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Calories153kcal
Protein5.48%
Fat19.37%
Carbs75.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.28
Glycemic Load
11.9
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.4465217590332%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
13.85mg
Pelargonidin
0.09mg
Peonidin
0.62mg
Catechin
4.61mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
4.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.27mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.59mg
Gallocatechin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:152.61kcal
7.63%
Fat:3.56g
5.47%
Saturated Fat:1.23g
7.69%
Carbohydrates:31.04g
10.35%
Net Carbohydrates:28.43g
10.34%
Sugar:27.53g
30.59%
Cholesterol:4.13mg
1.38%
Sodium:16.63mg
0.72%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.26g
4.52%
Fiber:2.61g
10.43%
Vitamin C:7.69mg
9.32%
Vitamin A:428.28IU
8.57%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.9%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.51%
Potassium:250.98mg
7.17%
Copper:0.14mg
6.97%
Vitamin B3:1.11mg
5.53%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.21%
Magnesium:20.36mg
5.09%
Phosphorus:45.27mg
4.53%
Vitamin K:4.26µg
4.06%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.42%
Iron:0.56mg
3.1%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.73%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.68%
Calcium:25.17mg
2.52%
Folate:9.12µg
2.28%
Zinc:0.33mg
2.23%
Source:My Recipes