The Minnesota State Fair is coming up at the end of August, and it reminds us how fun it is to play with our food. From cotton candy to walleye fritters, pork chops to pickles, fair food is tastier when it’s on a stick. But the fair doesn’t have to be the only place you can enjoy them. Check out these ideas for skewered foods that are as delicious as they are delightful.
Meats, veggies, and even fruits are great for grilling on a stick. Try skewering chunks of watermelon, brushing them with olive oil, and throwing them on a hot grill for one or two minutes on each side. You can also add pieces of halloumi to the skewers for a bit of saltiness. Drizzle with balsamic to finish, and you have a delicious appetizer to any meal. Keep the theme going with these other recipes for grilled food on a stick: veggie kebabs and harissa beef kebabs.
Sweets on a stick are always superb. Try a sweet variation on the caprese salad with peach “caprese” skewers, perfect for this time of year when juicy Colorado peaches are available. Place a slice of peach, a mozzarella pearl, and a leaf or two of basil on a skewer, and voila: you have a sweet salad on a stick! For another easy confection from our Microgreens program for kids, try ice cube tray popsicles. Using a clean ice cube tray, pour in your favorite fruit juice or try a blend of coconut milk, maple syrup, and fresh fruit. Cover with foil and add toothpicks to the center of each of the cubes. Freeze overnight and enjoy! Kids can also have fun dipping and decorating these frozen bananas on a stick.
Looking for a quick and easy way to get you foods on a stick fix? Seward Co-op has a variety of sweet and savory items that fit the bill. The freezer section stocks over a dozen varieties of popsicles, ranging from chocolate to fruit to non-dairy options. For a smaller sugary treat, try Yumearth organic lollipops, made without high fructose corn syrup or artificial dyes. For a more savory option, try Field Roast miniature corn dogs, a vegan snack that, when placed on a toothpick, becomes an at-home fair-style delight.
