MIXED FRUIT KABOBS
Fruit Kabobs can be served as a healthy snack or dessert. Especially during summer season or after school hours, kids love being able to grab a quick, healthy snack and get back to playing outside. Make fruit kabobs ahead of time so they’ll be well chilled before serving.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries
- Fresh kiwis
- Fresh papayas
- Fresh pineapple cubes
- Small bananas, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
- 4-1/2 teaspoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/3 cup orange juice
Procedure
- In a small saucepan combine last six ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat, cool to room temperature.
- Thread fruit onto soaked wooden skewers. Brush with half of glaze. Lightly oil grill rack.
- Grill, covered, over medium heat until lightly browned, 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally and basting frequently with remaining glaze. Just before serving, sprinkle with mint.
