Fruit Kebabs

Refreshing Fruit Kebabs

This is an enjoyable and different way to serve fruits to kids and adults alike. It is an ideal children's party fare, it is  both yummy and healthy. When served with a yoghurt, these  fruit kebabs are guaranteed to please the fussiest eaters. It will be fun and enjoyable if kids are allowed to choose which fruits they would like to put in their stick. 

Safety Points: Reminder to Kids-  Always ask an adult for permission before you start to cook. 

Preparation time:  20-30 minutes
Ingredients:
6 strawberries
¼ rockmelon
2 kiwi fruits
¼ watermelon seedless
2 tablespoon sugar (optional)
Icing sugar for dusting (optional)
Juice of 1 lime (optional)
Bamboo skewers (make sure that you trim the sharp ends of the sticks with scissors, especially if you are serving children)

Cutting the fruits: 

• Peeled and quarter the kiwi fruits.
• Remove the stalk from the strawberry and cut into half.
• Cut the watermelon into cubes
• Cut the rockmelon into cubes (skin and seeds removed), or use a baller to make them into a ball. 

Instructions:

1. Put all the fruits into a large bowl and pour the lime juice over the fruit and gently mix the sugar. 
2. Thread 5- 6 pieces of fruits into each stick alternately  e.g. strawberry, kiwi, rock melon and then watermelon to create a colorful presentation. 
3. Put the kebabs on a plate and refrigerate if not serving right away.
4. Just before serving dust with icing sugar.  You can also serve with a bowl of fruit yoghurt for dipping.

If the fruits are not in season you can make your own set of fruits.