Warm summer fruit salad
Savor the flavors of summer with this delightful Warm Summer Fruit Salad! Bursting with kiwis, apricots, bananas, strawberries, cherries, and plums, and topped with creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy almonds, and a sprinkle of dried coconut meat. Finished with a zest of lime and a touch of chocolate candies for an irresistible treat. Perfect for a healthy yet indulgent snack!
Cook time 10 min
Prep time 30 min
Ingredients:
1/4 cup water1 cup almonds
8 oz greek yogurt
1 tsp salt
3 kiwis
3 apricots
2 bananas
10 strawberries
1/2 cup cherries
2 plums
1 lime
1 oz chocolate candies
3 oz dried coconut meat
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Instructions:
- Peel and slice the kiwis into thin rounds.
- Slice each apricot in half, remove the pit, and cut into thin wedges.
- Peel and slice the bananas into bite-sized pieces.
- Remove the stems from the strawberries and slice them in half.
- Pit the cherries and slice them in half.
- Pit the plums and cut them into thin wedges.
- Zest and juice the lime. Set zest aside for later use. We'll use the juice in step 3.
- In a small saucepan, bring the 1/4 cup of water to a boil.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced kiwis, apricots, bananas, strawberries, cherries, and plums.
- Drizzle the lime juice over the fruit mixture.
- Toss gently to coat the fruit evenly with the lime juice.
- Pour the boiling water over the mixed fruit in the bowl, then cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Let it sit covered for about 5-7 minutes. The steam will lightly warm the fruit, enhancing their natural flavors.
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds until lightly golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
- Once toasted, remove from heat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, lightly toast the dried coconut meat for about 3 minutes until slightly golden. Remove and set aside.
- Uncover the fruit mixture and drain any excess liquid.
- Divide the warm fruit salad into serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with a generous dollop of Greek yogurt.
- Sprinkle with toasted almonds, toasted coconut meat, and crushed chocolate candies.
- Finally, add a small pinch of salt and a bit of lime zest over each bowl for an extra burst of flavor.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and fresh fruits for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast the almonds lightly before adding them to enhance their flavor.
- Mix the Greek yogurt with a bit of honey for added sweetness.
- Feel free to add or substitute fruits based on what’s in season or your personal preferences.
- Serve the salad in a chilled bowl to keep it cool longer on a hot day.
- Add a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of freshness.
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Nutrition per serving
4 ServingsCalories 480kcal
Protein 13g
Carbohydrates 60g
Fiber 11g
Sugar 40g
Fat 24g