• be_ixf; php_sdk; php_sdk_1.4.15
  • 58 ms
  • iy_2023; im_01; id_26; ih_20; imh_01; i_epoch:1674792103330
  • ixf-compiler; ixf-compiler_1.0.0.0
  • py_2023; pm_01; pd_03; ph_23; pmh_26; p_epoch:1672817217457
  • link-block; link-block_link-block; bodystr
  • pn_tstr:Tue Jan 03 23:26:57 PST 2023; pn_epoch:1672817217457
  • 0 ms
  • be_ixf; php_sdk; php_sdk_1.4.15
  • https://sofabfood.com/grilled-fruit-salad/
  • https://sofabfood.com/grilled-fruit-salad/
SoFabFood

SoFabFood

From our household to yours, a group of diverse, self-taught home chefs share family-tested unique recipes daily.

  • all recipes
  • dinner
    • 30 Minute Meals
    • Low Sodium
    • Beef
    • Chicken
    • Pork
    • Seafood
    • Vegetarian
    • From the Grill
    • Slow Cooker
    • Pizza
    • Side Dish
    • Gluten-Free
    • Paleo
  • lunch
    • Soups
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
  • breakfast
    • On-the-Go Breakfast
    • Sunday Brunch
  • dessert
    • Cakes
    • Cookie
  • appetizer
  • cocktails
  • drinks

Grilled Fruit Salad

May 26, 2016 by Cindy Kerschner Leave a Comment

Make this Grilled Fruit Salad with fresh pineapple, watermelon, berries, and peaches. Serve drizzled with a sweet and tart dressing that will wow your family and friends!

Grilled Fruit Salad scene

If you’ve never grilled fruit, then you’re in for a treat with this Grilled Fruit Salad recipe. Grilling draws intense flavor from fruit like watermelon and pineapple. Stone fruits like peaches, nectarines, and apricots benefit from a quick sear too!

The process causes the sugars in fruit to caramelize and, just like with onions, fruit becomes even sweeter. Add the smoky flavor from the grill and you have a taste your family and friends will love.

grilled fruit salad smoke 2

Here are a few tips to keep in mind when grilling fruit.

  • High water content in fruit can cause hot juice to splatter. Cut your fruit a bit ahead of time and pat dry with paper towels before grilling.
  • Always brush your fruit with a bit of oil before placing it on a hot, lightly oiled grill. Olive oil on fruit deepens the flavor. Oil your grill with a vegetable oil. Use oils sparingly. Be alert for flare ups.
  • Small fruit like strawberries can be grilled too. Place strawberries on skewers and grill as you would vegetable skewers.
  • Stay close by when grilling fruit. Most fruit only takes 1 or 2 minutes per side to cook.
  • Even bananas can be grilled. Choose firm bananas. Cut in half lengthwise. Brush cut side with melted butter and brown sugar. Place cut side down and grill just until seared. Flip to peel side and grill for about a minute until peel starts to pull away from the banana.

Now we’re ready to make our Grilled Fruit Salad!

Slice your fruit in large pieces to grill. Pat fruit as dry as possible.

grilled fruit salad pieces

Lightly brush with olive oil. Place fruit on a hot grill and sear.

grilled fruit salad marks 1

Remove and cool slightly before serving.

What about a dressing?

Depending on which fruits you choose, you may want to serve more than one kind of dressing.

There are several types of dressings that pair well with fruit.

  • Oil and vinegar based fruit vinaigrettes add a light touch.
  • Yogurt based dressings can be served drizzled on top or as a dip on the side.
  • If you are more of a purist, honey might be all you need.

This fruit purée dressing made with blackberries adds a subtle tartness with a touch of sweet. Add equal amounts of plain yogurt to the dressing for an easy fruit dip.

blackberry dressing

grilled fruit salad dressing

Grilled Fruit Salad
 
Save Print
Author: Cindy from Cindy's Recipes and Writings
Recipe type: Salad
Serves: 6 cups
Ingredients
  • 1 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into quarters
  • ½ medium seedless watermelon, peeled and cut into 3-inch or larger pieces
  • 15 strawberries
  • 2 to 3 peaches or nectarines, halved
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Dressing
  • 1 cup blackberries, fresh or frozen
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chopped basil (optional)
Instructions
  1. Skewer strawberries onto wooden presoaked or metal skewers.
  2. Pat all cut fruit dry with paper towels.
  3. Preheat lightly greased grill to high.
  4. Lightly brush fruit with olive oil.
  5. Place fruit on a hot grill and cook until seared with grill marks.
  6. Remove, season with salt and pepper, and cool slightly before cutting into desired size.
  7. While fruit cools, prepare dressing.
  8. Place blackberries, honey, vinegar, and oil in a blender. Purée. Add water if needed to reach desired consistency.
  9. Drizzle over fruit or serve dressing on the side.
3.5.3208

Serve your grilled fruit salad warm or at room temperature. Drizzle with dressing or serve dressing on the side. You can serve grilled fruit as a side for your steak, chops, or chicken too. Just sprinkle with a bit of salt and pepper. Use leftover fruit to create fruit pizzas, smoothies, or top ice cream.

We hope you love this colorful and simple Grilled Fruit Salad recipe from SoFabFood Contributor, Cindy from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings, as much as we do. If you love this simple recipe, be sure to stop by our Salad Section so that you never miss another one like it. For daily recipe inspiration, like us on Facebook, follow us on Pinterest, and stop by our Google+ Community to see all of the amazing recipes our community members are sharing. Enjoy!

Related posts:

You need to whip up a batch of these Brown Sugar Cinnamon Grilled Peaches for your friends and family. This simple five-ingredient recipe is the perfect summer vacation dessert.Brown Sugar Cinnamon Grilled Peaches This insanely easy Fresh Fruit Salad uses a pineapple as the vessel for a delightful presentation that's filled with fresh farmers market finds. Perfect for summer gatherings!Insanely Easy Fresh Fruit Salad Recipe Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad Looking for a healthier classic to traditional burgers and fries? These 5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Burgers with a side of Herb Carrot Fries is exactly the meal you're looking for! Watch the video for the complete how-to or print the simple recipe card.5-Ingredient Sweet Potato Burgers Grilled Summer Veggie Quinoa SaladGrilled Summer Veggie Quinoa Salad Berry Yogurt BitesBerry Yogurt Bites Recipe Warmer weather means gathering outdoors for parties, picnics, and summer celebrations. These Mexican Street Corn on the Cob Bites are perfect for all of your summer entertaining!Mexican Street Corn On The Cob Bites No-Bake Vegan Strawberry Cheesecakes in a jar with graham cracker crust, creamy strawberry cheesecake, and endless toppings will leave your tastebuds happy!No-Bake Vegan Strawberry Cheesecakes

Filed Under: Dessert, Fourth of July, From the Grill, Healthy, Holiday, Labor Day, Memorial Day, Original, Recipes, Salads, SoFabFood Contributors, Sweet Things, Vegetarian Tagged With: fruit salad, grilled dessert, grilled salad, outdoor grilling, summer dessert

« Benefits of Hemp Seeds Plus 5 Recipes
5 Summer Blueberry Recipes You Need to Try »

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Rate this recipe:  

Cindy Kerschner

SoFabFood

Looking for something else?

  • Home
    • About Us
  • Categories
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Drinks
    • Sides
  • Outside the Recipe Box
    • Kitchen Hacks
    • Healthy Tips
    • Entertaining
    • DIY Kitchen
  • Holiday
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Valentine’s Day
    • Fourth of July
    • Father’s Day
    • Mother’s Day
    • Thanksgiving

Keep up with all our Recipes!

Copyright © 2023 · Foodie Pro Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in