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colorful fruit kabobs with fresh mint leaves

Fruit Kabobs with Mint

Fresh, colorful fruit kabobs with cool mint leaves — a quick, no-cook recipe perfect for summer parties, weddings, or just a healthy snack. Juicy melon, berries, grapes, and pineapple make each bite refreshing and sweet.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 15 skewers
Course: Appetizer, Party Food, Snack
Cuisine: American, Picnic Food, Summer Barbecue
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cantaloupe cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup honeydew melon cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup watermelon cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 12 –15 fresh strawberries hulled
  • 1 cup seedless grapes red or green
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • Fresh mint leaves about 20–25
  • 12 –15 wooden or bamboo skewers 8–10 inches long

Method
 

  1. Wash and dry the fruit – Rinse all fruit under cold water. Pat dry to avoid slipping on skewers.
  2. Cut the larger fruit – Slice melons and pineapple into bite-sized chunks, about 1 to 1.5 inches each.
  3. Prepare the strawberries – Hull them by removing the green tops.
  4. Thread the skewers – Alternate fruit for a rainbow effect. Example: grape → pineapple → strawberry → cantaloupe → blueberry → mint leaf → repeat.
  5. Add mint leaves – Thread a mint leaf between a couple of fruit pieces for freshness.
  6. Chill before serving – Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to keep them cold and let the mint flavor infuse.
  7. Serve and enjoy – Arrange on a platter, tiered stand, or stick upright in a halved watermelon for display.

Notes

 
  • Use seasonal fruit for the best flavor and price.
  • Keep kabobs chilled if serving outdoors.
  • Mint can be swapped with basil for a different twist.
  • If making for kids, use shorter skewers for safety.