40 Brilliant Recipes for Food on a Stick

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40 Brilliant Recipes for Food on a Stick1/40 Spicy Lemon Chicken Kabobs 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Lemon Chicken Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I see Meyer lemons in the store, I know it must be spring. I like using them for these easy chicken kabobs, but regular grilled lemons still add the signature smoky tang. —Terri Crandall, Gardnerville, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob: 182 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 55mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g

fiber), 23g protein

fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat. 2/40 Balsamic-Glazed Beef Skewers 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With only five easy-to-double ingredients, these mouthwatering kabobs are one of our favorite recipes. We like them with hot cooked rice and a tossed salad. To prevent wooden skewers from burning, soak them in water for 30 minutes before threading on the meat. —Carole Fraser, Toronto, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 194 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 288mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g

fiber), 25g protein

fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 3/40 Pizza on a Stick 4 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 5 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My daughter and her friends had fun turning sausage, pepperoni, veggies and pizza dough into these cute kabobs. —Charlene Woods, Norfolk, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 2 kabobs with 1/4 cup sauce: 429 calories, 15g fat (6g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 1337mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. 4/40 Fruit Skewers 6 Reviews Test Kitchen

We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea

Approved Fruit and Cheese Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It’s easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob with 2 tablespoons dip: 147 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 143mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. 5/40 Bourbon Brat

Skewers 9 Reviews Contest Winner Bourbon Brat Skewers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 skewers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When the executive decision was made to marinate veggies in a tasty bourbon sauce and serve with grilled bratwurst, this recipe made our VIP party list. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 346 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1998mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein. 6/40 Zippy Shrimp Skewers 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Zippy Shrimp Skewers Recipe photo by Taste of

Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear

Home Total Time 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These flavorful skewers deliver a mouthwatering kick with minimal effort. Fix them for your next party and watch them disappear. —Jalayne Luckett, Marion, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 57 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 199mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat. 7/40 Teriyaki Shish Kabobs 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I

Now I make it for my family, and they’re big fans as well

was a teenager, my father worked for an airline, and my family lived on the island of Guam in the South Pacific. A friend of my mother gave her this tangy-sweet recipe, and we enjoyed it often. Now I make it for my family, and they’re big fans as well. —Suzanne Pelegrin, Ocala, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 306 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 1203mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (32g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. 8/40 Italian Sausage and Provolone Skewers 3 Reviews Italian Sausage and Provolone Skewers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min

Grill ‘em up, then add cheese cubes

Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband made sausage and veggie kabobs when we didn’t have buns to make classic sausage bombers. Grill ‘em up, then add cheese cubes. —Cindy Hilliard, Kenosha, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 2 kabobs: 220 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 682mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable. 9/40 Pork Kabobs 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This recipe was originally

for lamb, but I adapted it to pork and adjusted the spices

for lamb, but I adapted it to pork and adjusted the spices. It’s always requested when the grill comes out for the season. —Bobbie Jo Miller, Fallon, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob: 190 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 63mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 10/40 Chicken Skewers with Cool Avocado Sauce 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Skewers with Cool Avocado Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 16 skewers (3/4 cup sauce) Go to Recipe From the Recipe

Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat

Creator: I’m always looking for lighter recipes to take on tailgate outings—and this one works fabulously for grilling. Just whip up the marinade, add the chicken and take it along to the pregame festivities. —Veronica Callaghan, Glastonbury, Connecticut Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer with about 2 teaspoons sauce: 59 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 74mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 11/40 Caramel Apple and Brie Skewers 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 10 min Servings 6 skewers Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m a

caterer, and this is one of my best-selling appetizers

caterer, and this is one of my best-selling appetizers. The shortcut of using prepared caramel makes these little apple skewers a snap to assemble. —Camille Ellis, Tampa, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 272 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 29mg cholesterol, 303mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. 12/40 Ravioli Appetizer Pops 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 3-1/2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ravioli on a stick is a tasty appetizer everyone talks about. They’re simple and fun to make and eat. Use packaged dipping sauces,

or make your own

or make your own. Get my recipes on my blog, thehopelesshousewife.com. —Erika Monroe-Williams, Scottsdale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer (calculated without marinara sauce and pesto): 32 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 97mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 13/40 Chinese Takeout-on-a-Stick 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to serve chicken and broccoli with rice, along with a side of pineapple or other fresh fruit. Leftovers (if there are any) are great the next day when used in a salad

or wrapped in a flour tortilla with a little mayonnaise

or wrapped in a flour tortilla with a little mayonnaise. —Bethany Seeley, Warwick, Rhode Island Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer: 261 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 534mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1/2 starch. 14/40 Deep-Fried Candy Bars on a Stick 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Why wait in line at the state fair for deep-fried candy bars when you can satisfy your curious taste buds in your own home?

Be sure to make a big batch—these novelties go fast!

Be sure to make a big batch—these novelties go fast! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 fried candy bar (calculated without confectioners’ sugar): 136 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 11mg cholesterol, 130mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein. 15/40 Chicken & Vegetable Kabobs 5 Reviews Chicken & Vegetable Kabobs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: In the summer, my husband and I love to cook out, especially vegetables. These kabobs not only taste delicious but look amazing, too! —Tina Oles,

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

Nashwauk, Minnesota Nutrition Facts: 1 kabob: 228 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 515mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 16/40 Asian Tuna Bites with Dijon Dipping Sauce 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 2-1/2 dozen (1/2 cup sauce) Go to Recipe Nutrition Facts: 1 appetizer with 3/4 teaspoon sauce: 29 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 7mg cholesterol, 123mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein. 17/40 S’mores on a Stick 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved S’mores

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