Bright, colorful, and packed with fresh flavors, these rainbow fruit skewers are a fun and easy way to serve fresh fruit. They are Perfect for parties, brunches, or a simple afternoon snack.
These vibrant skewers bring a playful touch to any gathering. The variety of fruits not only adds visual appeal but also brings with it a refreshing burst of natural sweetness.
Super easy rainbow fruit skewers recipe.
Whether served on a fruit platter or presented individually in shorter sticks as mini fruit skewers, they’re a healthy and delicious appetizer, snack or dessert for kids and adults alike.
With endless combinations of fruits, these rainbow fruit kabobs can be tailored to suit any occasion.
Don't want these on sticks? Make our rainbow fruit salad with honey lime dressing instead.
Recipe Highlights
- The bright colors from different fresh fruits make these skewers look festive and inviting.
- Easy to make, requires minimal prep work and no cooking required, just slice, skewer, and serve.
- A naturally sweet treat that’s loaded with vitamins and antioxidants.
- You easily swap fruits based on what’s in season or the fruits your family enjoys.
Ingredients
- Strawberries: Adds a sweet, juicy touch and vibrant red color.
- Raspberries
- Mandarin Oranges: Provides a citrusy pop of flavor and a bright orange hue.
- Pineapple Chunks: Brings a tropical sweetness and sunny yellow color.
- Green Grapes: Offers a mild sweetness and fresh crunch.
- Kiwi
- Blueberries: Adds a burst of deep blue and antioxidant goodness.
- Purple grapes, red grapes or Blackberries: Completes the rainbow with a rich, dark finish.
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- Chopping board
- Knife
- Wooden Skewers. The base for threading the fruits together.
How to make rainbow fruit skewers
Prepare the Fruits: Wash and dry all the fruit thoroughly. Slice strawberries and pineapple into bite-sized pieces. Peel mandarin oranges and separate the segments.
Assemble the Skewers: Thread the fruit onto wooden skewers, starting with strawberries and raspberries followed by mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, green grapes, kiwi, blueberries, and finishing with red or purple grapes and blueberries.
Arrange and Serve: Place the skewers on a fruit platter or arrange them in a tall glass for easy grabbing. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
What goes with fruit skewers
- Yogurt Dip: A creamy honey yogurt dip pairs perfectly with the fresh fruit.
- Chocolate Drizzle: For a sweeter twist, drizzle a bit of melted chocolate over the skewers.
- Whipped Cream: Light and airy whipped cream makes a great side for dipping.
Storing leftovers
Refrigerate: Store leftover skewers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Avoid Freezing: Freezing can alter the texture of the fruit, making it mushy once thawed.
Prepping Ahead: Assemble the skewers a few hours in advance and keep them chilled until serving.
Helpful Tips
- Choose fruits that ripe and firm. They should be able to hold their shape well to avoid mushy skewers.
- Cut the fruit into similar-sized pieces. You can leave the strawberries whole or slice into halves if they are too big.
FAQs
Yes! They can be assembled a few hours before serving. Keep them refrigerated until ready to enjoy.
Grapes, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple work well for smaller versions. Mini fruit skewers are great for kids or individual servings.
🛑If serving kids, cut the grapes and strawberries into halves please.
Absolutely! They’re easy to serve, mess-free, and add a vibrant, healthy option to any spread.
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Rainbow fruit skewers are a fun, colorful, and healthy addition to any gathering.
Whether served on a fruit platter or as mini fruit skewers for smaller portions, they’re a crowd-pleaser that’s as visually appealing as it is delicious.
Try them at your next summer backyard bbq for a refreshing and easy-to-make treat.
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Rainbow Fruit Skewers Recipe
Ingredients
- 16 medium strawberries (see note 1)
- 16 raspberries
- 3 mandarin oranges (peeled and segmented)
- 2 mangoes
- 1 medium pineapple (cut into chunks)
- 16 green grapes
- 3 kiwis
- 32 blueberries
- 16 Red grapes (Red grapes or blackberries can also be used)
Instructions
Prepare the fruit:
- Wash and dry all fruit. Cut the strawberries in half if they are too big, peel and slice the pineapple into bite-sized chunks.
Assemble the skewers:
- Thread one piece of each fruit onto the wooden skewer in rainbow order: strawberry & raspberry (red), mandarin orange (orange), pineapple (yellow), green grape & kiwi (green), blueberry (blue), and purple grape or blackberry (purple).
- Continue assembling until all skewers are filled.
- Arrange on a platter and serve fresh, or store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- If the strawberries are big, you can get away with 8 strawberries sliced into halves.
- If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- For smaller portions, create mini fruit skewers using toothpicks instead of full-sized skewers.
- Plan for extra fruits so keep extra skewers on available.
- Add a side of yogurt dip or melted chocolate for extra flavor.
Chichi says
These are refreshing and super easy to make. I hope you get to try them.