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Get the Recipe Broiled Grapefruit with Mint Sugar

Caramelized, tart grapefruit topped with sweet, refreshing mint sugar! An elegant, easy breakfast side! 

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
6 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 237 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1-2 grapefruits halved
  • 1/2 /2 tsp maple syrup per grapefruit half
  • 1/4 /4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon mint leaves finely chopped

Instructions

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  1. Turn broiler on high (525°F). Line a baking sheet with foil, if desired, and place grapefruits on the pan. To help them stand flat, you may need to cut off ~1/4 inch from the rounded bottom.
  2. Brush tops of grapefruits with maple syrup (alternatively you can use honey or brown sugar). Broil for 4-5 minutes until slightly bubbly and caramelized - watch carefully so flesh doesn't burn (rind may brown).
  3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine sugar and mint, rubbing between fingers to release the oil from the mint. 
  4. Top grapefruit with your desired amount of sugar mixture and serve immediately.  

Notes

  • I used raw sugar in the photos but you can also use regular granulated sugar! The sugar amount is approximate, depending on how much you'd like on your grapefruit.
  • To make eating easier, before broiling run a knife along the edge of the flesh and rind and then between the membrane to segment the pieces. Don't go all the way through the rind, though! You just want to loosen it up enough to be able to spoon it out. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 237kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 60g (20%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 2mg (0%) Potassium 383mg (11%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 50g (100%) Vitamin A 3156IU (63%) Vitamin C 81mg (90%) Calcium 73mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237

% Daily Value*

Calories 237kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 2mg 0%
Potassium 383mg 8%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 50g 100%
Vitamin A 3156IU 63%
Vitamin C 81mg 90%
Calcium 73mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.