How to Make Grapes Taste Better

Grapes are a delicious, healthy snack that’s easy to prepare. The best part is they’re also an excellent source of health-supporting nutrients like manganese, vitamin K, vitamin C, and potassium. Plus, they’re packed with antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body, which are linked to disease and illness.

Here are a few ways to make grapes taste better and add more value to your diet.

1. Try adding grapes to a glass of juice

“Grape juice is an easy way to get more fruit in your diet,” says Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN, author of Smoothies and Juices: Prevention Healing Kitchen. “It’s a healthy and convenient drink option, and it’s a great way to get more fiber in your diet, too.”

2. Add a scoop of frozen grapes to your favorite smoothie recipe

“All kinds of fruits and vegetables can be added to a smoothie, but I often use red or green grapes,” Largeman-Roth says. She adds that grapes’ natural sweetness helps to balance out the rest of the ingredients in a smoothie.

3. Toss grapes into a salad or side dish

“I love to toss some chopped red or green grapes into a summery salad,” Largeman-Roth says. They add a touch of flavor and help keep the dish light, which is important for those trying to lose weight or watch their calorie intake.

4. Toss them into oatmeal

If you’re looking for an easy breakfast that’s sweet and satisfying, toss in a handful of sliced grapes during or after cooking your oats. They’re naturally sweet and provide an added source of fiber, as well.

5. Make your own grape ice cubes

Frozen grapes can be a great way to cool off on a hot summer day. They’re a healthy, low-calorie alternative to traditional ice cubes, and they don’t water down drinks.

6. Make a sour candy out of grapes

If you love the flavor of sour candies, such as Sour Patch Kids, these sour candy grapes are a fun and tasty treat to make. They’re not only easy to make, but they’re much healthier than traditional candies.

7. If you’re not a fan of sour candies, you can still enjoy a fun and fruity treat by making a sour grape-flavored sorbet. The trick is to use a simple syrup made from monk fruit instead of sugar, which produces a sweeter result and reduces the amount of calories you’ll consume.

8. Use a variety of grapes

If you’re a fan of all types of fruit, it’s a good idea to try some of the more unusual varieties out. These are less likely to be exposed to pesticides, and they’ll be more likely to stay fresh for longer in your fridge.

9. Add a little spice to your grapes

If your palate prefers the spicy side of life, try making some spiced grapes using a mix of cinnamon and ginger. You’ll be surprised at how much more flavor they can bring to your fruit and a slew of other foods.