Five minutes under the broiler turns grapefruit into something close to caramelized. A little honey and cinnamon on top is all it needs, and the heat mellows out the bitterness while the sugars on the surface catch and lightly char. Light enough to count as breakfast, sweet enough to count as dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 large grapefruit, halved
- 2 tsp honey
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat broiler. Use a knife to score around the edges and segments of each grapefruit half.
- Drizzle each half with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Broil 5 minutes until bubbling and lightly browned on top.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 90 |
| Total fat | 0g |
| Total carbohydrates | 22g |
| Dietary fiber | 3g |
| Protein | 1g |
| Sodium | 0mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Grapefruit is high in vitamin C, which supports immune function alongside gut health, and its pectin content acts as a gentle soluble fiber. Honey offers natural sweetness with trace antimicrobial compounds, letting this dessert stay low in added sugar compared to most.
Eat it straight from the peel while it's still warm. If citrus for breakfast is your thing, our Roasted Pineapple with Coconut Yogurt makes a good next pick.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
