Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Description: Transform any fresh fruit into a delightful treat with this quick and easy fruit salad dressing. With a bright and tangy citrusy flavor, this dressing pairs beautifully with a variety of fruits, whether you’re enjoying a mix of berries, tropical fruits, or crisp pears. It’s perfect for brunch or any light meal, offering a healthy touch with its refreshing taste. 🥭🍓🍍
Category: Salad Dressings
Keywords: Berries, Pears, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Low Protein, Healthy, Brunch, Under 15 Minutes, Beginner Cook, Easy
Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup lemon juice 🍋
- 3 tablespoons sugar 🍭
- 1 large egg 🥚
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, mix together the lemon juice, sugar, and egg. Stir the mixture thoroughly to ensure the sugar is well incorporated.
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Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Stir the mixture constantly as it heats, making sure it doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pan or form lumps.
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Cook and Thicken: Continue stirring until the mixture begins to boil. Allow it to cook and stir for about 1 minute, or until it thickens to a desirable consistency.
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Strain: Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl. This step ensures a smooth texture by removing any possible curdles or lumps.
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Cool and Chill: Let the dressing cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until it’s well chilled.
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Serve: Once chilled, drizzle this citrusy dressing over your favorite fresh fruit salad, and enjoy the refreshing burst of flavor.
Nutritional Information (per 1 cup):
- Calories: 933.4
- Fat: 5.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
- Cholesterol: 211.5 mg
- Sodium: 72.1 mg
- Carbohydrates: 221.5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sugar: 215.2 g
- Protein: 7.6 g
Enjoy this easy-to-make fruit salad dressing with your favorite fruits for a burst of citrusy sweetness! 🍇🍏🍑