Wine Marinated Grapes
Transform your favorite fruit into an elegant treat with this recipe for Wine Marinated Grapes! Juicy, seedless grapes are infused with the rich, complex flavors of dry white or red wine, subtly sweetened with granulated sugar, and brightened by the zest of fresh lemon. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, these marinated grapes are an effortlessly chic addition to wine nights, dinner parties, or holiday entertaining. Refrigerated overnight for maximum flavor infusion, they emerge with a bold and refreshing taste that pairs beautifully with cheese boards or light desserts. Garnished with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color, this unique and flavorful recipe is the perfect blend of sophistication and simplicity. Serve chilled and let your guests savor the wine-soaked goodness—it's a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams red or green seedless grapes
- 250 ml dry white or red wine
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Rinse the grapes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 2: Add the cleaned grapes to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: In a separate small bowl, combine the wine, granulated sugar, and lemon zest. Stir until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Step 4: Pour the wine mixture over the grapes in the bowl, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 5: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to infuse.
Step 6: Before serving, drain the excess wine (if desired) and transfer the marinated grapes to a serving dish.
Step 7: Garnish with fresh mint leaves if using, and serve chilled. Enjoy your elegant and flavorful wine marinated grapes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.6 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1141 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
