Hey there! Are you in the mood for a refreshing and delicious fruit salad? Look no further! I’ve got a fantastic recipe for you that uses canned peaches and a fruit cocktail. It’s a quick and easy recipe that you can whip up in no time. Let’s get started!
Fruit Salad with Canned Peaches
Ingredients:
- 1 can of peaches
- 1 can of fruit cocktail
- 1 cup of grapes
- 1 apple, diced
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup of pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup of shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup of chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 1/4 cup of lemon juice
Instructions:
1. Drain the peaches and fruit cocktail, and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
2. Add the grapes, apple, banana, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts to the bowl.
3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey and lemon juice until well combined. Pour the mixture over the fruit in the large bowl.
4. Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well coated with the honey and lemon mixture.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
How to Prepare:
Preparing this delicious fruit salad is a breeze! Simply follow the instructions below:
1. Start by opening the cans of peaches and fruit cocktail. Drain the excess liquid and transfer the fruits to a large mixing bowl.
2. Next, wash and cut the grapes in half. Dice the apple into bite-sized pieces and slice the banana.
3. Add the grapes, apple, banana, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts to the bowl with the canned fruits.
4. In a small bowl, combine the honey and lemon juice. Whisk until the two ingredients are well blended.
5. Pour the honey and lemon mixture over the fruit salad ingredients. Toss gently until all the fruits are coated with the dressing.
6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to blend and the salad to chill.
Preparation Time:
This fruit salad recipe takes only about 10 minutes to prepare. It’s perfect for those days when you need a quick and delicious side dish or dessert.
Servings:
This recipe makes approximately 4 servings, depending on your portion size. If you’re serving it as a side dish, it can stretch to serve even more people.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 4g
- Sugar: 20g
- Protein: 2g
Tips:
Here are some tips to make your fruit salad even more delicious:
- Feel free to add other fruits of your choice, like strawberries, blueberries, or mandarin oranges.
- To make it more tropical, you can include some diced mango or passion fruit.
- For added freshness, you can add a handful of fresh mint leaves to the salad.
- If you want to make the salad ahead of time, you can prepare all the ingredients and store them separately. Mix everything together just before serving.
That’s it! You now have a mouthwatering fruit salad recipe that is sure to impress your family and friends. Enjoy this refreshing treat on a hot summer day or as a light and healthy dessert. Happy eating!
