Fresh Fruit Bowl

Name: Fresh Fruit Bowl
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 16 servings.
Ingredients: 8 to 10 cups fresh melon cubes; 1 to 2 tablespoons white corn syrup; 1 pint fresh strawberries, halved; 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks; 2 oranges, sectioned; Fresh mint leaves, optional

The glorious colors used here make this a great summer fruit bowl. Slightly sweet and chilled, it makes a nice accompaniment to a grilled entree. —Marlon Kirst, Troy, Michigan

Ingredients

8 to 10 cups fresh melon cubes
1 to 2 tablespoons white corn syrup
1 pint fresh strawberries, halved
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 oranges, sectioned
Fresh mint leaves, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine melon cubes and corn syrup. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, stir in remaining fruit. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 56 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 14mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit.

Originally published as Fresh Fruit Bowl in Reminisce March/April 1992

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Grannyshouse

May 8, 2016

I omit the corn syrup and use honey, agave or just fruit juice. Delicious!
grannygourmet

May 16, 2009

Wonderfully fresh and tasty addition to any meal.