Best Grilled Cantaloupe Skewers Recipes

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GRILLED FRUIT KABOBS



Grilled Fruit Kabobs image

This summer, add grilled fruit kabobs to your bbq spread. These bbq fruit skewers are fun for the whole family and fruit on the grill is delicious too!

Provided by Yumna Jawad

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 12m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups pineapple chunks (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 cups cantaloupe chunks (cut into 1-inch pieces)
2 cups strawberries (stems removed)
Coconut oil spray
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Vanilla yogurt (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat the grill to high heat. Soak the skewers in water for 20 minutes, to prevent them from burning while grilling the skewers
  • To make the fruit kabobs, thread two pieces each pineapple, strawberry and cantaloupe onto skewer. Repeat process to assemble as many skewers as you'd like to make.
  • Spray with the coconut oil spray and brush maple syrup all over the skewers.
  • Place the fruit skewers on the grill in a single layer. Grill for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until lightly browned and tender, about 10 minutes total.
  • Serve immediately, dipped with vanilla yogurt, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 18 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 20 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED FRUIT SKEWERS WITH CHILI AND LIME



Grilled Fruit Skewers with Chili and Lime image

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 5-to-6-pound seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 mangoes, peeled, pitted and cut into 1-inch cubes
Grated zest and juice of 1 lime
Vegetable oil, for brushing
2 teaspoons chili powder
Coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Soak 18 wooden skewers in water 20 minutes. Thread the watermelon, pineapple and mango cubes on the skewers. Put the skewers in a large zip-top plastic bag, being careful not to puncture the bag; add the lime juice, seal and toss gently to incorporate. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or until ready to use.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium high. Remove the skewers from the bag and place on a baking sheet. Brush the fruit with vegetable oil and place the skewers on the grill. Grill, turning once, until marks appear, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • Combine the lime zest, chili powder and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Sprinkle the seasoning over the grilled fruit.

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