Description
This refreshing Fruit Salad Dressing recipe combines a simple syrup infused with fresh mint leaves and lime zest, creating a vibrant dressing perfect for drizzling over your favorite fruit salad. The sweet and citrusy notes complement fresh fruits beautifully, making it an easy and flavorful addition to your fruit dishes.
Ingredients
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Fruit Salad Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves
- Zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Prepare simple syrup: In a small saucepan, bring ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally until all the sugar has completely dissolved to create a clear syrup.
- Infuse flavors: Remove the saucepan from heat and add ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves along with the zest of 1 lime. Allow the mixture to steep for 20 minutes so the syrup absorbs the minty and citrusy flavors.
- Strain and store: Strain the infused syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves and lime zest. Transfer the strained dressing into a sealed container and refrigerate until ready to use. This dressing can be drizzled over your favorite fruit salad to enhance its flavor.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh mint leaves and freshly zested lime.
- The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- You can adjust the sugar quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- If lime zest is unavailable, a splash of fresh lime juice can be used but will slightly alter the texture.
