Description
Grilled plums are a quick and flavorful summer treat. The grill caramelizes their natural sugars, enhancing their sweetness and adding a subtle smokiness. Perfect as a side, dessert topping, or snack, they’re versatile and ready in minutes.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil, plus more for the grill
2 to 4 medium plums
Instructions
- Clean and oil grill grates, then preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 3–4 seconds hand test above the grate).
- Rinse and dry the plums. Cut in half around the pits and remove the pits.
- Brush cut sides of plums with oil.
- Place plums cut-side down on the hot grill. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes until tender and grill-marked.
- Serve hot or warm based on your preference.
Notes
- Use firm, slightly underripe plums to help them hold their shape.
- Add flaky salt, black pepper, or herbs for a savory version.
- Top with vanilla ice cream, yogurt, or ricotta for dessert.
- Sprinkle with brown sugar, cinnamon, or cardamom for a caramelized finish.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days; reheat in a skillet or enjoy cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Side or Dessert
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
