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Italian Sausage and California Grape Skewers

Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herb seasoning
  • 4 chicken Italian sausages precooked
  • 6 skewers 10 inches
  • 30 green black and red Grapes from California
  • 24 squares 1 inch each red onion
  • snipped fresh basil optional

Instructions

  • In small bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar and Italian herb seasoning; set aside. Cut each sausage into six slices. Thread on skewers, alternating with grapes and onion.
  • Preheat grill to medium-low heat.
  • Place oiled piece of foil on grill and top with skewers. Grill 5 minutes, or until grapes are softened and sausage and vegetables are lightly browned, turning and basting with balsamic vinegar mixture occasionally.
  • Transfer to platter and garnish with snipped fresh basil, if desired.
  • Note: If using bamboo skewers, soak at least 1 hour in water to avoid burning.

Notes

Nutritional information per serving: 170 calories; 9 g protein; 11 g carbohydrates; 10 g fat (53% calories from fat); 2.5 g saturated fat (13% calories from saturated fat); 55 mg cholesterol; 470 mg sodium; 2 g fiber.
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish