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Fruit Salad Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the freshness of this delightful Fruit Salad, a vibrant medley of tropical fruits, nuts, and a luscious dressing, perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re craving a healthy snack or need a crowd-pleasing dish for a potluck, this easy recipe is sure to impress.
Recipe Category:
Pineapple 🍍
Keywords:
Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Nuts, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Potluck, < 30 Mins, Easy 🥥🍇🍌
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 217.7
- Fat Content: 7.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.5mg
- Sodium Content: 8.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 39.6g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 30.6g
- Protein Content: 2.6g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup pecans
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 2 cups mandarin orange segments
- 3 apples, diced
- 1/2 cup red seedless grapes
Instructions:
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Prepare the Dressing:
- Place the reserved pineapple juice in a small saucepan.
- Add sugar, flour, and beaten egg to the saucepan.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened.
- Allow the dressing to cool.
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Prepare the Fruit Mixture:
- In a large bowl, combine pecans with pineapple chunks, sliced bananas, mandarin orange segments, diced apples, and red seedless grapes.
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Combine and Chill:
- Pour the cooled dressing over the fruit mixture.
- Gently toss everything together, ensuring that the fruit is well coated with the dressing.
- Chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator before serving for enhanced flavor.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the fruit salad as a refreshing side dish at brunch, lunch, or dinner gatherings.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted coconut or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness and texture.
- Enjoy it on its own as a healthy and satisfying snack any time of the day.
Notes:
- This fruit salad is highly customizable. Feel free to add your favorite fruits or nuts to suit your taste preferences.
- For a creamier dressing, you can mix in a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.