There is more to grilled fruit than the odd grilled pineapple! If you are ready to learn more about how to prepare fruit in this way, these grilled fruit recipes will guide the way. You can find sweet versions for dessert, savory options for appetizers and salads, and those that are in between. Enjoy!
This grilled fruit recipe is sweet, tangy, with a little bit of saltiness too! Start by brushing the watermelon with honey, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, and seasonings. Then, grill on each side and top the watermelon with crumbled feta and fresh basil!
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The perfect balance between sweet and savory, this dish is going to be the highlight of any meal or barbecue! Begin by grilling the mango slices until char marks appear on the fruit. Then, place the mango on top of tomatoes and herbs tossed in a chili lime sauce. Top with burrata and then drizzle with more of the sauce!
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This is a whole new way to enjoy strawberries! The first step is to whisk up the vinaigrette made from balsamic vinegar, mustard, and shallot.Then, thread strawberries through a skewer and grill on each side - do this with the halloumi as well. Toss greens in the vinaigrette and top with the strawberries, halloumi, and mint.
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This is a yummy dessert to try! Halve the pears and then grill face down until tender. In the meantime, melt butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together. Brush the pears with this and then grill for a little longer until the glaze caramelizes!
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These grilled bananas are great when you are craving something sweet or if you need a little snack! Begin by halving the bananas with the peel still on. Then sprinkle on plenty of brown sugar and cinnamon. Grill the bananas on this side until the sugar has caramelized. Then, peel and serve!
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This is a sweet, creamy, tangy, and slightly tangy dish! Simmer balsamic vinegar, pepper, and sugar in a pan. Then, halve the peaches and grill - brush on some of the glaze and grill a little more. Drizzle with more of the sauce and top with blue cheese!
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This is a great way to add a pop of smoky sweetness to a salad! Halve the apricots, brush with oil, and grill until grill marks appear. Then, make up the salad with arugula, toasted pine nuts, prosciutto, light dressing, and goat cheese!
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Delicious and decadent, this is a must-try recipe! The plums are tossed in oil, honey, and cinnamon. They are then grilled until caramelized and tender. Top the plums with sweetened mascarpone with honey and vanilla as well vanilla honey!
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If you want to go all out with your grilled fruit recipe, then this is the one to check out! The first thing that you need to do is to brew chai tea and then simmer it with honey, peppercorns, cinnamon, cardamom, star anise, and ginger. Then, halve and grill the bananas before drizzling with the syrup!
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The caramelized sweetness of the berries is the perfect partner to the vanilla mascarpone! Make up the mascarpone by combining it with cream, icing sugar, and vanilla. Then, toss blueberries and blackberries in caster sugar before placing on foil and grilling. When the berries are practically bursting, serve with the mascarpone!
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This is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth while also keeping things healthy! Here, you can mix and match with the stone fruit! Halve the fruit and grill on each side. Then, top with a dollop of Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice and zest, and honey. Sprinkle some mint and serve!
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This is a cozy and warming treat! Start by slicing the apples and brushing with oil. Then, grill on one side while brushing the other with cinnamon, honey, and melted butter. Flip brush with more of the sauce, and grill until tender!
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This dish has a combination of delicious flavors! The cantaloupe is wedged and threaded through a skewer. It is then grilled on each side until lightly charred. Then, drizzle with lime juice and honey. Finish with a sprinkle of salt and mint.
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Enjoy a perfect explosion of sweetness, tang, and spice! Mix brown sugar and cinnamon together. Toss pineapple in this mix and then thread through a skewer. Grill on each side until the pineapple is perfectly caramelized!
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These grilled peaches have the most incredible flavor - sweet and spiciness tamed by a little bit of tang! Halve the peaches and grill on the cut sides. Then, drizzle with honey mixed with lemon juice, cinnamon, and vanilla. Top with whipped cream or ice cream.
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Looking for a snack with a little bit of a kick to it? Try this recipe out! Slice and score the mango before grilling until it is lightly charred. Then, squeeze some lime juice over it and sprinkle with salt and ancho chili powder!
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This is the perfect way to make grapefruit more exciting! Cut the grapefruit in halve and then grill on each side. Mix cinnamon and honey together and drizzle this over the grapefruit. Toss some toasted pistachios on top and enjoy!
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These kebabs are the perfect way to add a tropical feel to your barbecue! Begin by marinating the chicken in a Thai inspired sauce and then thread onto skewers along with mango, red onion, and bell pepper. Brush with sweet chili sauce and grill!
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If you are a fan of super sweet treats, give this recipe a try! Halve the nectarines and then brush with a mix of maple syrup and vanilla. Then, press the halves into brown sugar before grilling. Once caramelized, grill on the other side, and then serve with ice cream!
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This is the ultimate tropical inspired dessert! Slice the papaya into rounds and then brush with a glaze made from honey, lemongrass, ginger, and lime juice. Grill on each side, making sure to baste with the glaze. When done, serve the papaya with coconut ice cream, toasted coconut, more glaze, and mint!
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This recipe produces a great combination of sweetness, tartness, and spiciness! Slice the oranges into rounds and then brush with ginger, cinnamon, and vanilla with melted butter. Grill and then serve with ice cream!
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This is great as an appetizer or to add to another dish! Halve the avocados and brush with oil before seasoning with garlic salt. Grill the avocados until lightly browned. Then, fill up with salsa and enjoy!
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There is just so much natural sweetness here! The peaches are grilled and then brushed with brown sugar melted in butter. Beforehand, make up the sauce by pureeing raspberries and then mixing with sugar and lemon juice. Drizzle this over the grilled peaches!
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This is a warm and delicious apple treat! Core the apples and brush with a mix of butter, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Pour caramel into the hollow of the apple and add pecans. Wrap the apple in foil and grill until nice and tender.
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This is a great option when you want to switch things up! Halve the kiwis and peel before adding to the grill and cooking until lightly charred. In the meantime, whip up coconut cream with sugar. Add a dollop of this onto the kiwi halves and serve!
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Take this classic combination to new heights by grilling the apples! Slice the apples, toss in melted butter, and then grill. Brush with a homemade caramel sauce and add to baked pastry rounds. Drizzle with more of the sauce and enjoy!
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Sweet, creamy, and crunchy - the perfect dessert! Cut the apricots in half and grill until it becomes caramelized and tender. While this is happening, whip coconut cream, cream, and sugar together. Scoop this onto the apricots and top with crushed candied hazelnuts!
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This is not your traditional grilled strawberry recipe but the incredible flavors make it a standout! Hull the strawberries and grill until they have softened. Then, toss in balsamic vinegar and honey before topping with cracked pepper. Serve whipped cream on top and enjoy!
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This is the perfect recipe for when you want to enjoy a variety of grilled fruit at once! Here, thread pineapple, strawberries, and cantaloupe through skewers before brushing with maple syrup. Then, grill on each side and serve with vanilla yogurt!
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For this recipe, you use a mix of stone fruit and berries. Cut the larger fruit and sprinkle with brown sugar before grilling. Drizzle the fruit with Greek yogurt mixed with honey and then top with dukkah and fresh herbs!
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Well, there you go - all the different fruits you can grill and the many ways that you can prepare them! These recipes are good for appetizers, salads, and desserts. One thing is for sure, they are going to really take your barbecues to the next level!
