{"id":29395,"date":"2017-06-15T11:15:30","date_gmt":"2017-06-15T15:15:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=29395"},"modified":"2021-09-18T08:13:33","modified_gmt":"2021-09-18T12:13:33","slug":"healthy-skewer-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/healthy-skewer-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"Fire Up the Grill: 12 Easy Skewer Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With\u00a0barbeques<\/a>\u00a0and grilling aplenty, \u2018tis the season for skewered foods. Ditch the fork and knife, pile on the fun, and invite some friends to join! We\u2019ve rounded up 12 guilt-free skewer recipes from some of our favorite food bloggers. Nibble on dainty stacks of fruit and cheese or layers of meaty eats; either way these healthy bites\u00a0stick<\/i>\u00a0to your diet.<\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>7 Fruit Pizza Recipes We’re Obsessed With<\/a><\/p>\n

12 Easy Summer Skewer Recipes<\/h3>\n

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1.\u00a0Melon Mozzarella Prosciutto Bites<\/a><\/h3>\n

Elegant antipasto gets infused with delectable saltiness thanks to prosciutto. Wrap the meat around balls of mozzarella and cantaloupe, and drizzle on pesto right as you plate. Two skewers clock in at just 78 calories, so go ahead, have a few.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/\u00a0<\/i>Life by Daily Burn<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 15 No-Bake Recipes for Hot Summer Days<\/a><\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Miso Grilled Vegetable Skewers<\/a><\/h3>\n

Expecting vegetarian guests? These Asian-inspired zucchini and tempeh skewers provide potassium, magnesium and protein<\/a>. As a side, cook up some quinoa and toss with lime juice and toasted sesame seeds.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Jodi \/\u00a0<\/i>Happy Hearted Kitchen<\/i><\/p>\n

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3.\u00a0Greek Salad on a Stick<\/a><\/h3>\n

You might not think of salad as an hors d\u2019oeuvre, but this twist on the nutrient-dense Greek variety is 100 percent finger-friendly. It\u2019s got all the fixins, including tomatoes, feta, olives and cucumbers. For a heartier dish, add chicken breast or salmon.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/\u00a0<\/i>Life by Daily Burn<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> Detoxing for Beach Season? Here’s Your 5-Day Plan<\/a><\/p>\n

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<\/i>4.\u00a0Key Lime Grilled Chicken Taco Skewers<\/a><\/h3>\n

Throwing a fiesta has never been so easy. Generously soak cubed chicken in freshly squeezed lime juice and taco seasoning, then throw them on the grill until they\u2019re cooked through. Whip up some\u00a0guacamole<\/a>\u00a0as a side to keep with the Tex-Mex theme.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Whitney \/\u00a0<\/i>Little Leopard Book<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/b>\u00a07 Grilling Tips for a Healthier Summer BBQ<\/a><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0Tequila Glazed Grilled Shrimp<\/a><\/h3>\n

Ingredients from south of the border put a boozy spin on these seafood skewers. Be sure to refrigerate the marinade for at least 20 minutes before you start grilling so the shrimp soaks up the lime flavor.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote\/\u00a0<\/i>Life by Daily Burn<\/i><\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0Balsamic Caprese Bites<\/a><\/h3>\n

Salty mozzarella and sour tomato are a summertime power duo. Make these easy apps when you don\u2019t feel like turning on the oven. Pro tip: Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the top just before serving so the basil leaves don\u2019t wilt.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Kelly \/\u00a0<\/i>Eat Yourself Skinny<\/i><\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce<\/a><\/h3>\n

Satisfy party guests\u00a0and<\/i>\u00a0picky kids with this healthier take on a popular Indonesian dish. A coconut milk marinade will add complex aromas that complement the peanut dip sauce.\u00a0Photo and Recipe: Perry Santanachote\/\u00a0<\/i>Life by Daily Burn<\/i>\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 9 Refreshing Fruit Salad Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

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8.\u00a0Grilled Pesto Salmon Kebabs<\/a><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s nothing fishy about getting a hearty dose of omega-3s<\/a>, protein and amino acids! Simple seasoning is just enough when paired with a\u00a0homemade four-ingredient pesto sauce. Grill the skewered cubes up for one minute per side, and they’re ready to eat in no time.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Emily Miller\u00a0\/\u00a0<\/i>Life by Daily Burn<\/i><\/p>\n

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9. Chimichurri Beef Kebabs<\/a><\/h3>\n

You’ll be pleasantly satisfied after a bite of these Whole 30-approved kebabs. Made with chunks of meat, bell peppers, onion and zucchini, it’s a dinner that’s truly filling. Fresh parsley and cilantro are the base of the deliciously flavorful chimichurri sauce that serves as a marinade for the steak. \u00a0Photo and recipe: Melissa and Dallas Hartwig \/ The Whole 30<\/em><\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0Dark Chocolate Banana Pops<\/a><\/h3>\n

In the mood for a decadent treat? The sweetness of bananas make them a perfect alternative to heavy ice cream. Grab some popsicle sticks, and top your \u2018naners with chocolate<\/a>, nuts and coconut for an added crunch.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Jessica \/\u00a0<\/i>Fab Fit Mommy<\/i><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Frozen Chocolate Banana “Sushi” Recipe
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11.\u00a0Strawberry Shortcake Skewers<\/a><\/h3>\n

Stack biscuits and fruit onto sticks for an update on an old-fashioned dessert \u2014 minus all the excess calories and fat. For an even lighter bite, we recommend\u00a0substituting Greek yogurt\u00a0for a portion of the heavy cream.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Karen \/\u00a0<\/i>Karen in the Kitchen<\/i><\/p>\n

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12.\u00a0Patriotic Fruit Skewers<\/a><\/h3>\n

Plate your American pride with healthy skewers that will put a sweet touch on your gathering. They\u2019re so easy that kids can help assemble them. Chill in the fridge or serve immediately.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Ramona \/\u00a0<\/i>Curry and Comfort<\/i><\/p>\n

Originally published June 2014. Updated June 2017.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Grilled skewers, fruit kebabs, dark chocolate banana bites \u2014 yes please! These quick and easy skewer recipes will have you barbecue-ready.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":29422,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[428,27,9,427],"tags":[244,39,55,87,90,341,388],"class_list":["post-29395","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dessert","category-healthy","category-recipes","category-snacks","tag-appetizer","tag-dessert","tag-grilling","tag-snacks","tag-summer","tag-tax1living-well","tag-tax2nutrition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29395","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29395"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29395\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29395"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29395"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29395"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}