Sweetheart Fruit Kabobs Yogurt Dip (Printable)
Enjoy vibrant fruit skewers with a delicious honey-sweetened yogurt dip. A healthy, fun treat ideal for special moments.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Fruit Kabobs
01 - 8 large strawberries, hulled
02 - 1 cup seedless red grapes
03 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
04 - 1 large kiwi, peeled and sliced into thick rounds
05 - 1 cup cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch chunks
06 - 1 cup blueberries
→ Yogurt Dip
07 - 1 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
10 - Zest of 1/2 lemon (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - Thoroughly wash all fruits. Peel the kiwi and slice it into thick rounds. Cut pineapple and cantaloupe into 1-inch chunks. For a festive presentation, consider using a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to shape some strawberries or melon pieces.
02 - Carefully thread the prepared fruit onto the wooden skewers, alternating colors and varieties for an appealing visual effect. Ensure to leave approximately 1 inch at each end of the skewer for comfortable handling.
03 - In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and the optional lemon zest. Stir meticulously until the mixture is smooth and evenly creamy.
04 - Artfully arrange the completed fruit kabobs on a serving platter. Present the honey-yogurt dip alongside for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They're so easy to whip up, even last minute, and always look impressive.
- Plus, you get to play with all those gorgeous fruits, making it feel less like cooking and more like edible art.
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- Don't overfill the skewers, or they'll be wobbly and hard to eat; leave a bit of space between fruits.
- A tiny pinch of salt in the dip really makes all the flavors pop without making it salty, enhancing the sweetness.
03 -
- If using delicate fruits like raspberries, thread them carefully or place them between sturdier pieces to prevent squishing and ensure they stay intact.
- Chilling the assembled kabobs for 15-20 minutes before serving makes the fruit extra crisp and refreshing, especially on a warm day.