Sweet and Savory Broiled Grape Skewers with a Touch of Balsamic

Ingredients

- 4 cups seedless grapes (red or green)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Broiler: Begin by preheating your oven's broiler to high. This will allow for the perfect caramelization of the grapes.

2. Prepare the Grapes: Rinse the grapes thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

3. Skewer the Grapes: In a large bowl, thread the grapes onto skewers. Depending on the size of your skewers, aim for about 5-7 grapes per skewer. If you're using wooden skewers, soak them in water for about 30 minutes beforehand to prevent burning.

4. Make the Marinade: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, sea salt, and cracked black pepper until well combined.

5. Marinate the Grapes: Drizzle the marinade over the skewered grapes, ensuring each grape is coated. Let them marinate for about 10-15 minutes at room temperature. This will enhance the flavors.

6. Broil the Skewers: Arrange the skewers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place them under the broiler, about 6 inches away from the heat source. Broil for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway through, until the grapes are slightly blistered and caramelized.

7. Serve: Carefully remove the skewers from the oven. If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the hot grapes for added richness. Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

8. Enjoy: Serve these delicious sweet and savory broiled grape skewers as a sophisticated appetizer or snack, perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home.

Preparation Time

PT15M
Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time

PT7M
Cooking Time: 7 minutes

Total Time

PT22M
Total Time: 22 minutes

Type of dish

Appetizer/Snack

Keywords

Grape Skewers, Broiled Grapes, Appetizer, Easy Recipe, Balsamic, Snack, Grilled Fruit, Sweet and Savory, Healthy Snack, Summer Recipe

Recipe Yield

4 servings

Calories

Approximately 320 calories for the entire recipe.