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Grilled Pineapple Meatball Skewers

Grilled Pineapple Meatball Skewers: A Tropical Family Feast

Grilled Pineapple Meatball Skewers offer a delicious and easy summer meal perfect for family gatherings, combining sweet pineapple and juicy meatballs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skewers
  • 12 pieces pre-cooked meatballs Choose turkey, beef, or chicken based on preference
  • 1 medium fresh pineapple Cut into large chunks for skewering
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple With juice for the sauce
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste Adds depth to the glaze
  • 2 cloves minced garlic Adjust according to taste
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Adjust for desired sweetness

Equipment

  • BBQ grill
  • Skewers

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Thaw or partially cook the pre-cooked meatballs, usually in the microwave for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Combine crushed pineapple, tomato paste, minced garlic, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat and stir for about 5 minutes.
  3. Gently add meatballs into the saucepan and stir to coat each meatball with the sauce for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
  5. Preheat the BBQ grill to medium-high (about 375°F).
  6. Thread meatballs and pineapple onto the skewers, alternating between them.
  7. Grill skewers for about 5 minutes on each side until heated through and marked.
  8. Remove from grill and let rest for a minute before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider serving with a side of brown rice to soak up the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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