Sweet, juicy grapes are transformed into a tender and flavorful garnish or appetizer with this easy Balsamic Roasted Grapes recipe. Tossed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, these roasted grapes are bursting with rich, caramelized flavor.
Roasted grapes are the perfect addition to a cheese plate, charcuterie board, salad or as an easy appetizer on crostini.
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Roasted grapes recipe
If you’ve never roasted grapes before, you’re in for a pleasant surprise and a delicious treat.
Balsamic Roasted Grapes are one of those simple yet elegant recipes that instantly elevate any meal, appetizer or dessert.
These grapes caramelize beautifully in the oven adding a gourmet touch to your recipes.
Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the grapes while balsamic vinegar adds a tangy depth of flavor.
Roasted grapes pair beautifully with creamy cheeses, roasted meats, and even ice cream.
These tiny bites of deliciousness are made with minimal effort and have mega flavor.
Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering, serving as an appetizer, adding to a salad or charcuterie board, these caramelized balsamic grapes will definitely impress your guests.
So go ahead and add elegance to your holiday table with balsamic roasted grapes that are sweet, juicy, and bursting with flavor!
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How to Make a Roasted Grapes Recipe
This is a quick overview of how to make this recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with shallow sides with parchment paper. In bowl whisk olive oil, vinegar, kosher salt and pepper until blended. Add grapes and toss until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Arrange grapes in single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the grapes are soft and lightly caramelized. Serve warm or at room temperature with cheese, meats, or your favorite dishes.
Hint: For best results, be sure that the grapes are in a single layer and not crowded on the baking sheet.
Expert recipe tips
- For easy cleanup, line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
- For best results, use seedless grapes so you don’t have to worry about texture.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan. The grapes need space to roast evenly and caramelize.
- Add a sprig of fresh thyme or fresh rosemary before roasting for an aromatic twist.
- The recipe can easily be halved if you prefer to make a smaller amount.
Substitutions
- Grapes - You can use just one color of grapes, such as red grapes or green grapes, instead of a combination of tricolor grapes that I used. I do not recommend using concord grapes in this recipe because they have large seeds.
- Balsamic Vinegar - Substitute with a balsamic glaze for added sweetness or use red wine vinegar for a sharper flavor.
- Olive Oil – You can substitute avocado oil or grapeseed oil for a more neutral flavor.
- Kosher Salt - Sea salt or Himalayan pink salt will work just as well as kosher salt.
Variations
- Spicy - Add a pinch of cayenne pepper when tossing the grapes before roasting
- Honey Drizzle - After roasting, drizzle the grapes with honey for extra sweetness or with hot honey for a hint of heat.
- Savory Twist - Add thinly sliced shallots or garlic cloves to roast alongside the grapes.
- Dessert - Serve warm roasted grapes over vanilla ice cream with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar.
- Serve Cold - Roasted grapes are delicious cold on salads or grain bowls.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve roasted grapes on whipped ricotta toast or crostini for an easy and elegant appetizer.
- Add to a tossed salad
- Chop the roasted grapes and stir into chicken salad
- Add roasted grapes on top of a salad pizza
- Include a small bowl of roasted grapes on a charcuterie board with cheeses and nuts
- Roasted grapes are a delicious flavor addition when served as a garnish on top of steak, chicken or pork
Storage
- Refrigerate - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Reheat – Warm the grapes in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes until just warmed or reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.
- As always, check out more guidelines at USDA.gov.
Make a small batch
If you prefer to make a smaller batch, the recipe can easily be halved:
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 8 ounces (1 1/2 cups) assorted seedless grapes
Ingredients
Roasted grapes ingredients
- Grapes - A combination of seedless tri-color grapes work best for this recipe. Their natural sweetness intensifies as they roast, creating juicy, jammy bites of flavor.
- Balsamic Vinegar - Adds rich, tangy sweetness and helps caramelize the grapes as they roast. Choose a good-quality balsamic vinegar for the best flavor.
- Olive Oil – Olive oilcoats the grapes so they roast evenly and give the grapes a silky texture. A fruity extra virgin olive oil complements the balsamic beautifully.
- Kosher Salt – Kosher salt brings out the natural sweetness of the grapes and balances the acidity of the vinegar.
- Black Pepper – Black pepperadds a subtle note of heat that helps to make the flavor pop.ingredient 1
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Balsamic Roasted Grapes Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 pound (3 cups) seedless grapes , assorted colors
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F. Line a large baking sheet with shallow sides with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl whisk olive oil, vinegar, kosher salt and pepper until blended. Add the grapes and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange the grapes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes.
- Cool before adding to a salad.
Notes
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 8 ounces (1 1/2 cups) assorted seedless grapes
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