Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers

Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers are juicy, smoky, and slightly caramelized fruit chunks grilled on sticks. Made with peaches, pineapple, watermelon, strawberries, and more, they’re the perfect side or dessert for BBQs. This recipe serves 4 and takes just 15 minutes to make.

Try More Summer Desserts Recipes:

• Watermelon Cake
• Fruit Salad in a Pineapple Boat
• Honey Poppy Seed Fruit Salad

💖 Why You’ll Love These Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers

• Quick and easy to prepare with no complicated steps: These skewers are a breeze to make. Simply cut your favorite fruits into chunks, thread them onto skewers, and place them on the grill.
• Naturally sweet with a touch of smokiness from the grill: Grilling brings out the natural sugars in the fruit, creating a light caramelized layer with a hint of smoky flavor.
• Fun, colorful, and great for summer parties or BBQs: With their bright colors and tropical vibes, Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers are a hit at any outdoor gathering.
• Light, healthy, and full of vitamins and antioxidants: Fresh fruit offers fiber, vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants. It’s a guilt-free treat that leaves you feeling refreshed and energized.
• Gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan-friendly (no honey): They’re naturally allergy-friendly and fit most diets. You can make them fully vegan by skipping the honey or using maple syrup instead.

🍍 Ingredients

• 1 cup pineapple chunks
• 1 cup watermelon cubes
• 1 cup strawberries (whole or halved)
• 1 peach (cut into thick slices)
• 1 banana (cut into thick chunks)
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
• 1 tablespoon lime juice (optional)
• Wooden or metal skewers

🍡 How To Make Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers

1. Soak wooden skewers (if using): Soak in water for 30 minutes so they don’t burn on the grill.
2. Cut the fruit: Make all fruit pieces large and thick enough to hold on the skewer and grill without falling apart.
3. Thread the fruit onto skewers: Alternate fruits for a colorful mix—like pineapple, strawberry, banana, peach, watermelon.
4. Brush with glaze (optional): Mix honey and lime juice and lightly brush over the fruit for extra flavor and shine.
5. Grill the skewers: Place on a hot grill for 2–3 minutes per side, turning gently until grill marks appear and the fruit is slightly soft and caramelized.
6. Serve warm or room temp: Enjoy right off the grill or let cool slightly and serve as a sweet BBQ side or light dessert.

✅ Tips For Best Results

• Use firm, fresh fruits that don’t fall apart easily.
• Avoid overripe bananas or super-soft peaches—they may turn mushy.
• Chill fruit beforehand if serving cold after grilling.
• Try adding cinnamon or mint before serving for extra flavor.
• Serve with yogurt, ice cream, or a drizzle of melted chocolate for dessert.

🍧 What To Serve With Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers?

Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers go well with grilled meats, veggie burgers, yogurt dips or ice cream. Serve them as a sweet side with BBQ meals or turn them into dessert with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle or a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt.

🧊 How To Store Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers?

• In the fridge: Store leftovers grilled summer fruit skewers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Best eaten cold or at room temp.
• Store ungrilled skewers: Assemble and keep raw fruit skewers in the fridge for up to 12 hours before grilling.

🔥 How To Reheat Grilled Fruit Skewers?

• Reheat on a grill or skillet: Warm leftovers grilled summer fruit skewers for 1–2 minutes until slightly hot.
• Serve cold: Grilled summer fruit skewers still taste great chilled or at room temperature.

❓ FAQs

Try More Summer Desserts Recipes:

• Frozen Waldorf Salad
• Watermelon-Blueberry Salad
• Sparkling Fruit Salad

🥄 Grilled Summer Fruit Skewers Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 110
• Carbs: 25g
• Sugars: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Fat: 0g
• Protein: 1g
• Vitamin C: 80% DV
• Antioxidants: High