Description
Fruit salad is a bright, refreshing dish that celebrates seasonal produce. Sweet, juicy fruits tossed together make a light and healthy option.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 6–8 cups mixed diced fruits
Juices:
- 1 lemon (juice)
- 1 orange or lime (juice)
- 1 cup pineapple juice
Thickening and Sweetening:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Craft a glossy syrup by vigorously blending citrus extracts, crystalline sweetener, and starch thickener in a shallow pan over moderate flame until mixture transforms into a luxurious, translucent glaze (approximately 5 minutes at 185°F).
- Allow syrup to descend to ambient temperature, ensuring complete cooling and preventing fruit disintegration.
- Meticulously segment fresh produce into uniform, delectable morsels, ensuring consistent bite-sized proportions for elegant presentation.
- Drizzle cooled, glistening syrup across prepared fruit medley, employing a gentle folding technique to coat each morsel without crushing delicate textures.
- Refrigerate fruit composition for optimal refreshment, achieving a crisp, invigorating temperature.
- Optional: Embellish with pillowy whipped cream or velvety yogurt as a complementary garnish before serving, enhancing both visual appeal and gustatory pleasure.
Notes
- Prevent browning by tossing chopped apples and pears with lemon juice before mixing with other fruits.
- Customize sweetness by adjusting sugar amount or using honey as a natural alternative for a healthier version.
- Create a low-sugar option by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener instead of traditional sugar in the sauce.
- For a protein boost, sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts on top before serving to add crunch and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 33 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg