Green Fruit Kabobs

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Every time I serve fruit at a gathering, I notice the same thing – if it’s just sitting in a bowl, it barely gets touched. But thread that same fruit onto skewers and suddenly everyone’s reaching for one!

I love these Green Fruit Kabobs because they feel playful and a little bit special, yet they’re made with the simplest ingredients you probably already have on hand.

And that bright maple-mint drizzle? It’s the little finishing touch that makes these taste like more than just “a plate of fruit.”

Green Fruit Kabobs - fruit skewers made with chunks of green fruits like kiwi, grapes, green apple, and green pear, plus chunks of bananas, drizzled with a fresh mint, lime juice, and maple sryup sauce.

How To Make These Green Fruit Kabobs

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe

For the skewers:

1 large banana (or 2 small bananas)
1 medium green apple
1 medium green pear
2 kiwis
14 green grapes
2 cups water
2 tablespoons lemon juice

For the sauce:

1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon fresh mint, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
A dash of salt

Step-by-Step Guide

1. In a small bowl, combine the maple syrup, finely chopped fresh mint, lime juice, and a small dash of salt. Stir well until everything is blended.

Place the sauce in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the fruit. This gives the flavors time to mingle and intensify.

2. Wash the apple, pear, kiwis, and grapes thoroughly. In a medium bowl, mix 2 cups of water with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and set it aside – this will help prevent browning.

3. Slice both fruits in half and remove the cores. Cut them into thick slices, then cube into bite-sized chunks. Drop the pieces into the lemon water immediately.

4. Trim a thin slice off both ends of each kiwi. Slice into thick rounds, remove the peel, and cut each round into four pieces. Add them to the lemon water.

5. Peel the banana and cut it into 14 thick slices. Add them to the lemon water as well. Let all the fruit soak for just a few minutes.

6. Remove the fruit from the lemon water and gently pat dry with paper towels. Don’t skip this step – it helps the fruit hold the sauce better and prevents watery skewers.

7. Thread the fruit onto 7 skewers, mixing colors and textures as you go. You can keep them uniform or vary the order slightly for a more relaxed look. Just be sure each skewer includes a little of every fruit for balanced flavor.

8. Arrange the skewers on a serving tray and drizzle with the chilled maple-mint sauce right before serving. The glossy finish makes them absolutely irresistible.

Important Recipe Notes

Chop the mint as finely as possible to fully release its flavor and ensure it distributes evenly over the fruit.
The lemon-water soak helps prevent browning. The correct ratio is 1 tablespoon lemon juice per 1 cup of water.
Slice the kiwis and bananas last and avoid soaking them too long, as they can soften quickly. If they become slightly soft, don’t worry – the sauce adds shine and helps disguise it beautifully.
You can assemble the skewers uniformly or mix up the order of the fruit. I like using two banana slices and two grapes per skewer to balance the tartness of the apple and pear.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Fresh, naturally sweet, and beautifully vibrant.
Perfect for brunches, baby showers, or warm-weather gatherings.
Easy to prep ahead with minimal effort.
Kid-friendly and adult-approved.
The maple-mint drizzle elevates simple fruit into something special.