Savory Fruit Turkey Skewers (Printable Version)

Juicy turkey and fresh fruit grilled with herby maple glaze for a sweet-savory summer dish.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Skewers

01 - 1.1 lbs turkey breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
06 - 1 cup seedless red or green grapes
07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

→ Herby Maple Glaze

10 - 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
11 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
15 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
16 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
17 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
18 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 20 minutes to prevent burning.
02 - In a large bowl, toss turkey cubes, bell peppers, onion, pineapple, and grapes with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
03 - Thread turkey and fruit alternately onto skewers, evenly distributing ingredients.
04 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
05 - Whisk together maple syrup, lemon juice, parsley, thyme, Dijon mustard, garlic, smoked paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper until well combined.
06 - Grill skewers for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes, until turkey is cooked through and lightly charred.
07 - Brush skewers with maple glaze during the last 5 minutes of grilling, turning to coat all sides.
08 - Remove skewers from grill and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and perfect for easy entertaining
  • Gluten-free and dairy-free for sensitive diets
02 -
  • This recipe contains mustard in the glaze for extra flavor
  • Suitable for gluten-free and dairy-free diets, but always check ingredients to avoid allergens
03 -
  • Soak wooden skewers well to prevent burning during grilling
  • Brush the glaze on only during the last few minutes for best caramelization
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