CHILLED MIXED FRUIT

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Our Christmas meal always began with this refreshing, colorful cup that combines seven different fruits. You could even serve it as a light summer dessert with a scoop of lime sherbet.-Janet Wood, Windham, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Breakfast     Brunch     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
2 medium grapefruit
2 medium navel oranges
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cups halved fresh strawberries
1 medium apple, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium pear, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium banana, sliced
1 cup halved green grapes

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved. Cool completely., Cut a thin slice from the top and bottom of each grapefruit; stand grapefruit upright on a cutting board. Cut off peel and outer membrane, starting from the top. Holding fruit over a bowl to catch juices, remove grapefruit sections by cutting along the membrane. Repeat with oranges., Place lemon juice, sugar syrup, citrus sections and reserved juices in a large bowl; toss to combine. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight. Stir in remaining fruit; refrigerate, covered, 1 hour longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Aine smyth
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This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients.


Elvin Washington
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my fruit salad turned out really bland.


Ronald Davis
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This recipe is perfect for a light and refreshing snack.


Karim Ali
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I found that the dressing was a bit too sweet for my taste, so I added a little bit of lemon juice to balance it out.


Alphonsus Mombo
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This recipe is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


PRINCE SHAROZ YT
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this recipe was surprisingly good.


Hemant Yadav
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This recipe is perfect for a party or potluck.


Salma Elbakary
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I found that the dressing was a bit too thick, so I added a little bit of water to thin it out.


Taida Chisvo
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


Fasika Habte
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I made this recipe for my friends who are vegan, and they loved it.


Wesley edits
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat fruit.


Gorgeous Eirol
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I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of fruits and dressing is amazing.


Md Mamun Hasan
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This recipe is perfect for a hot summer day. The chilled fruit is so refreshing.


Tiger TKD
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I found that the dressing was a bit too tart for my taste, so I added a little bit of honey to sweeten it up.


Rylan Valentine
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This recipe is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover fruit.


halima zubeir
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I tried this recipe with a variety of fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and grapes. It was delicious!


Osman Iddris
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This chilled mixed fruit recipe was a hit at my last party! The combination of fresh fruits and the tangy dressing was a refreshing treat that everyone loved.