Best 4 Minted Fruit Salad Recipes

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Minted fruit salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet, tart, and minty flavors, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy snack or a delicious dessert, minted fruit salad is a great option. Read on to discover the best recipe for this classic dish, including tips on how to choose the freshest fruits and mint, as well as variations on the traditional recipe.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MINTED FRUIT SALAD



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Provided by Mary Nolan

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 cups assorted fresh fruit, such as cantaloupe, honeydew, papaya, pineapple, mango, strawberries, and seedless red grapes, cut into bite-size pieces
1 lime, juiced (about 1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Place cut fruit in a large bowl. Mix lime juice and liqueur together and pour over fruit. Sprinkle with mint and toss well. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 day.

MINTED FRUIT SALAD



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Filled with the season's best and freshest fruit, this salad shouts summer. The hint of mint adds a refreshing note to the colorful compote.-Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons honey
4 teaspoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
4 teaspoons lemon juice
4 cups cantaloupe balls
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the apple juice, honey, ginger and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 3/4 cup. Remove from the heat. Cool., In a serving bowl, combine the cantaloupe, strawberries, blueberries and mint. Drizzle with cooled apple juice mixture; gently toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 14mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MINTED FRESH FRUIT SALAD



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This is a colorful, tasty fruit salad that allows for substitutions like peaches, plums, watermelon, oranges or grapefruit, depending on availability. -Anne Keedy, Lebanon, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 24 servings (3/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 medium cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and cubed
1 pound fresh strawberries, halved
1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed
2 large Granny Smith apples, cubed
2 cups seedless red or green grapes
1/2 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup orange juice
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk orange juice, lemon juice, mint and cinnamon. Drizzle over fruit; toss lightly to coat. If desired, top with coconut before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GLUTEN-FREE MINTED FRUIT SALAD



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Fresh mint adds cool, refreshing flavor to this delightful fruity salad.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 medium bananas, sliced
4 medium oranges, peeled and sectioned
1 cup strawberry, cut in half
1 cup seedless green grapes, cut in half
1/3 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Toss bananas, oranges, strawberries and grapes.
  • Mix orange juice and honey; pour over fruit. Toss salad with mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 0 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh, seasonal fruits: This will ensure that your fruit salad is at its peak of flavor.
  • Choose a variety of colors and textures: This will make your fruit salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Add some herbs or spices: This can help to enhance the flavor of the fruit and make your fruit salad more unique.
  • Use a light dressing: A heavy dressing can overwhelm the delicate flavors of the fruit.
  • Serve your fruit salad immediately: This will prevent the fruit from oxidizing and losing its color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Minted fruit salad is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy fresh fruit. It is perfect for a summer party or potluck, or as a healthy snack or dessert. With so many variations to choose from, there is sure to be a minted fruit salad recipe that everyone will enjoy.

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