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7 fruits that you'll want to toss on the grill

These tasty treats are a healthy addition to any barbecue.


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We rely on the grill to cook many of our picnic standards, like kabobs, burgers, and chicken. But what about dessert? As it turns out, some of your fruit salad favorites taste even better—with sweeter, more complex flavors—when served hot off the grill.

Caramelized fruits make for a quick and wholesome after dinner option all on their own, while grilled peaches and pears can elevate the flavor of any green salad. To round out your cookout, here are seven barbecue-friendly fruits, plus the sweetest ways to serve them.

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Written by Taylor Lupo.
Medically reviewed by Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD.January, 2026
Updated onAugust, 2026
Written by Taylor Lupo.
Medically reviewed by Gaby Vaca-Flores, RD.January, 2026
Updated onAugust, 2026
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