Name: Grilled Fruit Kebabs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup mango (diced); 1 cup pineapple (diced); 1 cup peaches (diced); 1 cup kiwis (diced); 1 cup papaya (diced); 1 tbsp. olive oil; Bamboo skewers; 1 1/2 tsp. chili lime seasoning; 3 tbsp. rice vinegar; 1 tbsp. honey

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These Grilled Fruit Kebabs are made with fresh chunks of your favorite fruit, skewered and grilled to get a light smoky charred flavor, then served with a tangy chili lime vinaigrette. And it's all on the table in 20 minutes!

plate of fuirt kebabs with 2 bowls of fruit and chili

Super simple. Super refreshing. Absolutely delicious. These grilled fruit skewers are just so awesome guys. It's the perfect treat for a hot summer day, like this grilled mango!

Serve them alongside these yummy orange creamsicle popsicles to keep cool all summer long.

And the chili lime vinaigrette just takes it over the top. I mean what better way to add some zest to your fruit than a little chili lime? This stuff is SO GOOD.

Who else loves summer as much as I do? I'm so excited that it's here. I feel like we waited so long and the winter was just so cold. I am so ready.

**This easy to make Strawberry and Almond Galette and this amazingly light but decadent Meyer Lemon Souffle with Fresh Raspberry Coulis are some other awesome summery desserts**

Why This Recipe Works

Fruit is cut in large enough pieces to skewer and grill without it falling off.
The vinaigrette can be made in the short time the fruit is being grilled. It can also be made the day before.
The chili lime vinaigrette adds the perfect amount of spice and tartness to the sweet fruit.

Step By Step Instructions

To grill, heat the grill to 400 degrees and get all your fruit skewered.

Brush with olive oil and grill for about 10 minutes, flipping half way through.

chili sauce in a bowl with plastic spoon

In the meantime, combine the vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl and mix well to combine (you can do this step the day before if you're trying to save time).

Remove the grilled fruit skewers from the grill, drizzle with the chili lime vinaigrette, and serve.

plate of fruit skewers sprinkled with chili

You can also remove all the fruit from the skewers and place in a bowl to make a fruit salad. Just drizzle the vinaigrette over the fruit after placing it in the bowl.

Expert Tips:

Any fruit that can be skewered will work for this recipe. I lean towards tropical fruit as I personally enjoy the flavor more. You will need a total of 5 cups.
Fruit should be cut in large enough pieces that it can be easily skewered; about 1-2" minimum.
Brush the fruit skewers and the grill with olive oil to prevent the kebabs from sticking.
Serve the grilled fruit over gelato or frozen yogurt for a summery treat.
Serve with fresh homemade lemon curd for something extra special.

bowl of grilled fruit with a plate of fruit skewers in the background

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Fruit Kebabs be made ahead of time? Fruit kebabs can be made a day in advance to save time. Cut up the fruit and skewer it. Place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in plastic and store in the fridge. Drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning.
How do I keep them from browning? If you make the fruit skewers ahead of time, drizzle them with lemon juice and keep them in an airtight container in the fridge to keep them from browning.
What fruit can you cook? Any fruit such as mango, pineapple, kiwi, strawberries, papaya, melon, bananas, apples, peaches, large orange or grapefruit segments, etc. Basically, any fruit you can skewer can be grilled.
How long do you grill fruit? Fruit can be grilled for 10-15 minutes, depending on the size. If it is grilled too long, it could become mushy. I grill for 10 minutes so it keeps its crisp texture, but gets the smoky grilled flavor.
What can I eat with grilled fruit? These fruit kebabs can be served as a mid-day summer snack, an appetizer or a dessert. They are great served with yogurt, ice cream, lemon curd or just by themselves straight off the skewer.

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Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Chili Lime Vinaigrette

Why This Recipe Works

Step By Step Instructions

Expert Tips:

Frequently Asked Questions