Crazy Kabobs: 12 Healthy Foods on a Stick

By: Samantha Donohue, SparkPeople Blogger
7/6/2011 2:00 PM : 10 comments : 13,281 Views

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Healthy food does not have to be boring or difficult to prepare. Kabobs are a healthy and fun alternative to on-a-stick foods that are deep fried in batter or covered in chocolate. Furthermore, kabobs are an effective strategy for portion control and an awareness of what you’re eating. Below, I’ve listed twelve recipes that require minimal time to prepare and are sure to impress your guests.

Veggie Kebabs

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

Fruit Kebabs with Coconut Yogurt, Chef Meg Approved

Quick Cantaloupe Skewers

Samantha's Spinach Salad Skewers

Teriyaki Salmon Skewers

Shish Kabob

Mushroom and Eggplant Skewers

Caprese Skewers

Steak and Pineapple Skewers

Jambalaya on a Stick

Coach Nicole's Tasty Peanut Sauce (Dipping Sauce Suggestion)

For more fun and healthy recipe ideas, visit Kabobs and Skewers: Fun Food on a Stick on SparkRecipes.com.

What is your favorite kabob or skewer recipe? In your opinion, what are the benefits of kabobs or skewers as a healthy and fun food choice?

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TUCSONJILL

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We just got inspired to have fruit skewers tonight for dessert--yummy and fun both! - 7/10/2011 1:42:18 PM
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TUCSONJILL

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We just got inspired to have fruit skewers tonight for dessert--yummy and fun both! - 7/10/2011 1:42:16 PM
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JIBBIE49

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Looks good. - 7/8/2011 11:23:02 PM
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MICHELE142

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Never thought of using Skrewers as a method of portion control before. This article I'll pass on to my girls ( both on WW ). Since it is grilling time, how about more portion control methods. A great big thanks. - 7/7/2011 1:02:26 PM
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GMAGEE

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Most of these sound delish. Thanks for listing them.

For something different: saw an article in the latest Family Circle about state fair foods, and the article listed 'spaghetti and meatballs on a stick' as a favorite in one U.S. state. Now that's different! - 7/7/2011 10:09:05 AM
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RMSTOKES1

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food on a stick... I wonder if this would help picky little people eat more veggies? I am sure going to pass this along.. Thanks for some wonderful ideas. - 7/7/2011 9:57:48 AM
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BTVMADS

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Those caprese skewers sound yummy! I might try them with Panela, a Queso that doesn't melt -- that way, I can grill 'em! Grilled tomatoes are my heaven on earth :-) - 7/7/2011 7:09:50 AM
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JCAGE1

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I am all about kabobs....must try them all!!! - 7/6/2011 5:51:13 PM
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CJDIMPLEZ

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I picked up some veggie kabobs similar to the ones in the pictures over the weekend. They are very tasty!! - 7/6/2011 4:36:14 PM
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TEXASLYNN

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I like the fruit kabobs. It came as a major surprise to me at my fourth-grade Christmas party when the kabobs a mom sent were the first things to disappear: strawberries, cantaloupe, grapes, banana - no dip! That's definitely going to feature at future class events, like maybe the monthly birthday party.
- 7/6/2011 3:34:34 PM
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