Grilled Balsamic Strawberries

Name: Grilled Balsamic Strawberries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces fresh strawberries; 1 tsp espresso balsamic; 1 tsp chocolate syrup; 1 tsp oil ((for coating the grill))

May 21, 2019 *Updated* July 19, 2019 / By: Gloria | Homemade & Yummy 72 Comments

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Say YES to strawberry season! These Grilled Balsamic Strawberries are a great way to showcase fresh berries.

Grilled strawberries bring out their natural sweetness. Espresso balsamic mixed with a bit of chocolate syrup is drizzled on top. Easy summer entertaining.

Do you like grilled fruit? If you have never tried it you really (and I mean REALLY) need to. Grilling brings the natural sweetness of the fruit, really kicking it up a notch.

Roasted fruit is great (and one I do during the winter). It works perfectly in my Roasted Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bowls. When grilling season is here, it’s all about cooking outdoors. This is the time for fruit on the grill instead.

It’s always a bonus when food is nutritious too. Strawberries are super healthy, and it is so easy to incorporate them into recipes from breakfast to dessert. Getting them during strawberry season is best, although we enjoy them in our house all year long. Have you ever tried Strawberry Bruschetta?

GRILLED STRAWBERRY TIPS

YES, you can grill strawberries (and they are so delicious). Here are a few tips to help you grill strawberries like a pro.

I like to use *double pronged stainless steel skewers. I find the fruit it less likely to fall off and doesn’t slip around when you are turning them over on the grill.
If you are using wooden skewers, be sure to soak them in water for about 15 minutes before placing on the berries.
Try to place similar size berries together on the same skewer. This makes it a little easier for even cooking (the larger the berry, the longer time on the grill).
Strawberries should be room temperature (at least I find it works better).
Cook on medium, and always preheat the grill before cooking.
Be sure to oil the grill to prevent the berries from sticking.
Turn the berries a few times during cooking to get nice grill marks.
Cooking times will vary depending on the size of the strawberries and the heat of the grill. Usually about 5 minutes for side for nice big berries.

SERVING GRILLED BALSAMIC STRAWBERRIES

These beautifully charred strawberries are stunning all on their own. In this recipe, I made a simple glaze out of *chocolate syrup and *espresso flavoured balsamic.

Once the grilled strawberries were ready, I simply drizzled the glaze over the berries and called it dessert. The combination of the sweet berries, a hint of chocolate and a nice hit of espresso balsamic (along with the perfect glass of white wine) was the perfect end to our bbq party.

Strawberries and balsamic go hand in hand, but it doesn’t have to stop there. You could also serve these grilled strawberries with some vanilla ice cream if you prefer. Desserts with strawberries in the summer are always a hit.

Another way to serve them is simply giving them a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a light dusting of icing sugar. What a great topping for pancakes these would be.

Strawberries and basil are a winning combination. How does a Strawberry Basil Tequila Cocktail sound?

Since we are on the topic of grilled fruit, have you ever tried a grilled fruit cocktail? Try your bbq bartending skills making a Grilled Nectarine & Bourbon Patio Punch. The perfect drink for a sunny afternoon. A hit at bbq parties too.

FRUITS TO GRILL

Grilled fruit kebabs are fun, but you can also just grill fruit on its own. Try fruit like:

apples
peaches
pears
plums
pineapple
watermelon (have you tried grilled Watermelon Pizza)
cantaloupe
bananas

Speaking of apples, Grilled Smoked Apples will knock your socks off. Topped with vanilla ice cream, this is the ultimate BBQ party dessert.

Looking for a GREAT summer salsa that is PERFECT for fish tacos (chicken and pork too)? Fresh Pineapple Mango Tropical Salsa is it!! With a splash of rum, you will think you are on an island vacation.

Have I got your tastebuds salivating yet? Believe me, once you taste grilled strawberries, you will want to eat them all year long. Healthy, gluten-free, super easy to make. Great for brunch, afternoons on the patio, and dessert too.

Simple, delicious Grilled Balsamic Strawberries make summer eating fun.

What is your favourite dessert to grill?

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