Winter Fruit Salad Mint Syrup (Printable Version)
Refreshing winter fruits combined with fragrant mint syrup for a vibrant, bright dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 pomegranate, seeds only
04 - 1 large apple, cored and diced
05 - 1 ripe pear, cored and diced
06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved
→ Mint Syrup
07 - 1/2 cup water
08 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
# Step-by-Step:
01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the orange segments, kiwi slices, pomegranate seeds, diced apple, diced pear, and halved grapes.
02 - In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat over medium until sugar dissolves, about 2–3 minutes, allowing it to simmer gently.
03 - Remove the syrup from heat, add chopped mint leaves, and steep for 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice to finish.
04 - Strain the syrup to remove mint leaves if desired. Allow the syrup to cool for 5 minutes.
05 - Pour the cooled mint syrup over the mixed fruit. Toss gently to ensure even coating.
06 - Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It turns everyday winter fruit into something that feels special without any fuss or fancy techniques.
- The mint syrup adds just enough sweetness and fragrance to make each bite taste brighter than it has any right to in the middle of winter.
- You can prep it ahead and let it sit in the fridge, which means one less thing to worry about when people come over.
02 -
- Do not skip the cooling step for the syrup or your fruit will turn soft and lose its snap.
- If you add the apple too far ahead, toss it with a little extra lemon juice to keep it from browning.
03 -
- Taste your syrup before pouring it and adjust the sweetness or lemon to match the natural tartness of your fruit.
- Use a sharp knife to segment the oranges cleanly so you do not end up with bitter pith in the bowl.