Best 8 Refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad With Vanilla Mint Syrup Recipes

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Are you looking for a light, refreshing, yet delightful treat? This recipe for a Tropical Fruit Salad with Vanilla Mint Syrup is the perfect summertime dish. The vibrant flavors of fresh tropical fruits like pineapple, mango, and papaya are combined with a sweet and tangy syrup infused with vanilla and mint, creating a delightful taste that will tantalize your taste buds. This salad is not only easy to make but also a healthy option, as it is packed with essential vitamins and minerals.

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REFRESHING TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD



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Want a family-friendly side dish? This colorful medley is kid-pleasing and a great way to encourage healthy eating. -Sharon Ricci, Spooner, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 12 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large bananas, sliced
2 medium pears, cubed
1/3 cup fresh orange juice
1/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
3 cups cubed fresh pineapple
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 medium mangos, peeled and cubed
2 star fruit, sliced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the bananas, pears and juices. Add the pineapple, strawberries, grapes, kiwi and mangos; stir gently to combine. Arrange star fruit over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

REFRESHING TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD WITH VANILLA MINT SYRUP



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This syrup works with any combination of fruit; I especially like it with the tropicals. It is a light and refreshing dessert; the use of the vanilla bean makes these fruits seem exotic. Cook time includes chill time. From author and herbalist Susan Belsinger.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 vanilla bean
fresh mint leaves, 1 handful bruised
3 slices lime zest
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1 firm ripe mangoes or 1 papaya, peeled, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 small ripe cantaloupe, seeded, and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized pieces

Steps:

  • Make flavored fruit syrup by combining water, sugar, vanilla, mint and zest in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. When cooled to room temperature, strain syrup and stir in lime juice. At this point syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Toss mango or papaya, melon and pineapple in a large bowl. Pour syrup over fruit. Toss mixture well. Cover and chill for at least 1/2 hour before serving.

TROPICAL FRUIT SALAD WITH GINGER SYRUP



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup sugar
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
Zest of 1 lime
1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
2 kiwi, peeled, sliced and quartered
1 mango, cut into chunks
1 orange, segmented
1 small pineapple, cut into chunks
1 papaya, cut into chunks
Handful fresh mint, chopped
Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/bobby-flay/tropical-fruit-salad-with-ginger-syrup.html?oc=linkback

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar, 1/4 cup water, ginger and lime zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook until the sugar is melted. Remove it from the heat and refrigerate until cold.
  • Strain the mixtures into a large bowl and toss in the strawberries, kiwis, mango, oranges, pineapple and papaya to coat. Cover and refrigerate again until cold, at least 1 hour.
  • Serve in small bowls and garnish with the chopped mint.

FRUIT SALAD WITH HERB, CITRUS, MINT-MAPLE, OR BASIC SYRUP



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Provided by Lulu Powers

Categories     Fruit     Brunch     Dessert     Quick & Easy     Blueberry     Raspberry     Strawberry     Kiwi     Mango     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
1 half-pint raspberries
1 half-pint blueberries or blackberries
2 oranges, peeled and cut into sections
2 kiwis, peeled and cut into large chunks
1 mango, peeled, pitted, and cut into large chunks
1 papaya, peeled, pitted, and cut into large chunks
2 cups fresh pineapple cut into large chunks
1 cup cantaloupe or honeydew melon cut into large chunks
1/4 cup fresh mint, julienned
Basic , Herb , Mint-Maple or Citrus syrups
Fresh rosemary or mint sprigs if you're using Herb Syrup

Steps:

  • Combine all the fruit in a large bowl and stir in one of the syrups. Garnish with the mint or rosemary sprigs if you're using Herb Syrup.

FRUIT SALAD IN VANILLA-MINT SYRUP



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings, dessert

Time 4h

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Zest from 1 orange, in strips
1 strip of lemon zest
1 vanilla bean, split
1/2 cup sugar
6 sprigs mint; plus 3 leaves, cut across into thin strips
2 cups water
1/2 fresh pineapple, peeled, quartered lengthwise, cored and thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 ripe papaya, peeled, seeded and thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 ripe mango, peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 banana, peeled and sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the orange and lemon zest, vanilla bean, sugar, 5 sprigs mint and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat and let stand at least 2 hours. Strain.
  • Stir the fruit into the syrup and refrigerate for 2 hours. Stir in the sliced mint and garnish with a mint sprig.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 247, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 63 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 12 milligrams, Sugar 53 grams

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH A LEMON, HONEY, AND MINT DRESSING



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A simply elegant fruit salad paired with a sweet and tangy lemon-mint dressing

Provided by TimTanguay

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 large fresh peaches, cut into cubes
2 large nectarines, cut into cubes
1 red Anjou pear, cut into cubes
1 cup seedless grapes, halved
2 lemons, juiced
¼ cup minced fresh mint (chocolate mint preferred)
½ lemon, zested
1 tablespoon honey (fireweed honey preferred)

Steps:

  • Combine watermelon, strawberries, peaches, nectarines, pear, and grapes in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk lemon juice, mint, lemon zest, and honey together in a small bowl; drizzle over the fruit mixture and toss to coat.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

REFRESHING FRUITS IN SPARKLING LIME & VANILLA SYRUP



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We love fruit salad and experiment with different fruits often, this is one of our personal favorites. We often find the simplest ingredients make the best dishes. This tasty syrup gives the fruit added flavor and depth. This satisfying treat can be enjoyed anytime.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 4 salad, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large limes, juiced
1/4 teaspoon grated lime rind (optional)
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 vanilla bean
3 cups strawberries, halved
1 cup blackberry
3 small bananas, sliced
4 mint sprigs
2 tablespoons sugar, coarse sugar & vanilla blend, grinder (garnish)

Steps:

  • In a small pot add the lime juice, grated lime, water and sugar.
  • Bring to a rapid boil for 5 minutes then simmer until the syrup thickens.
  • Next remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool until needed.
  • Slice the bean lengthwise and remove the seeds, add them to the warm lime syrup.
  • Wash, drain and hull the strawberries, cut in half and place in large bowl.
  • Wash and drain the blackberries and add them to the bowl with the strawberries.
  • Peel and slice the bananas and add them to the bowl with the berries.
  • Gently mix the fruit together, cover and put in the fridge until your syrup is cooled completely.
  • Pour the fruit into serving bowls and top with the lime vanilla syrup.
  • Sprinkle the sugar and vanilla blend mix over the fruit and garnish with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184.2, Fat 0.8, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 3.2, Carbohydrate 47.2, Fiber 7, Sugar 31.3, Protein 2.3

FRESH FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY, MINT AND LIME SYRUP



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Categories     Dessert     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Strawberry     Lime     Cantaloupe     Kiwi     Mint     Raw     Honey     Grape     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1 3-pound cantaloupe, halved, seeded
1 12-ounce basket strawberries, hulled, halved
4 kiwis, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups seedless grapes

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, honey and mint in large bowl to blend. Using melon baller, scoop out cantaloupe. Add all fruit to syrup in bowl; toss to combine. Let stand 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend. (Can be made 3 hours ahead. Cover and chill.) Spoon fruit into goblets.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and fresh fruits: The quality of your fruit salad highly depends on the freshness and ripeness of the fruits you use. Make sure to select fruits that are ripe, sweet, and have vibrant colors.
  • Use a variety of fruits: Tropical fruit salads are all about the variety. Combine different types of fruits with different flavors, textures, and colors. This will create a visually appealing and delicious salad.
  • Cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces: This will make it easier to eat the salad and also help the fruits absorb the vanilla mint syrup more evenly.
  • Make the vanilla mint syrup ahead of time: You can make the syrup up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you time when you're ready to assemble the salad.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the syrup to your liking: If you prefer a sweeter syrup, add more sugar or honey. If you like a tarter syrup, add more lime juice.
  • Chill the salad before serving: Chilling the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving will help the flavors meld together and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

This tropical fruit salad with vanilla mint syrup is a delicious and refreshing treat that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, customizable, and sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dessert or snack, give this recipe a try!

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