ANISE FRUIT SALAD

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The thing I like best about fruit salad is you can change the ingredients based on what fruits are in season. Here, a subtle anise flavor highlights a bounty of fresh fruit.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon aniseed
6 cups cubed honeydew
4 cups cubed fresh pineapple
2-1/2 cups cubed cantaloupe
2 cups seedless green grapes
2 cups seedless red grapes
2 cups cubed orange sections
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 medium firm banana, sliced
2 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine water, sugar, lemon juice and aniseed; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, for 40 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened and reduced by one-third (about 1-1/2 cups). Remove from the heat; cover and cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine honeydew, pineapple, cantaloupe, grapes and oranges. Pour anise mixture over fruit; toss to coat. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour. Just before serving, add strawberries and banana; gently toss. Garnish with kiwi.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Waqas Mian
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This salad was really good! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The anise flavor was a nice touch and it really made the salad stand out. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


Hoffman Harold
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I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Only Music
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I would have preferred a more flavorful dressing.


Ameer khatim
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I found the anise flavor to be a bit overpowering. I would have preferred a more subtle flavor.


Nabila Kabir
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a more tart dressing.


Jannatul Sumaiya
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The anise flavor is a nice touch and it really makes the salad stand out. I highly recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


kirui josephat
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This salad was so easy to make and it's so refreshing. I love the anise flavor and it really makes the salad stand out. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious summer dish.


Mnk Mnk
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I made this salad for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Floria Prifti
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This salad was really good! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The anise flavor was a nice touch and it really made the salad stand out. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


Zeshaan Ahmad
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I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


With Havy
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This salad was a bit too bland for my taste. I would have preferred a more flavorful dressing.


Tika Magar
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I found the anise flavor to be a bit overpowering. I would have preferred a more subtle flavor.


John Shaluly
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This salad was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a more tart dressing.


MKM Cricket
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The anise flavor is a nice touch and it really makes the salad stand out. I highly recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


afroza begum
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This salad was easy to make and very refreshing. The anise flavor was subtle but noticeable, and it added a nice depth of flavor to the salad. I would definitely recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious summer dish.


MR . Yahye Abdirahman
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this salad again.


Maryan Ali90
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This anise fruit salad was a delightful treat! The combination of sweet and savory flavors was perfect, and the anise added a unique and refreshing touch. I especially enjoyed the crunch of the apples and the tartness of the cranberries. I will defin