SUMMER FRUIT SALAD

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A tangy cream cheese dressing makes this refreshing salad special. I've found it's a big hit at potlucks, whether served as a salad or dessert. It makes a luscious finale on those sultry summer days when baking is out of the question. -James Korzenowski, Fennville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE DRESSING:
1/3 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
SALAD:
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups pineapple tidbits
1-1/2 cups seedless green or red grapes, halved
1-1/2 cups diced peaches or nectarines
1 cup fresh blueberries or raspberries
1/4 cup sugar
Leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in the juices until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount into the eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture reaches 160° and is thickened. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add juice mixture; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight., In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Sprinkle with sugar; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve in a lettuce-lined bowl with the dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Biplob Chowdury
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This is my go-to fruit salad recipe. It's always a hit at parties and potlucks.


Cheyenne Lauzon
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This fruit salad is a perfect way to use up summer fruit. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Bethany Jewell
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I love this fruit salad! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I always make it when I have fresh fruit on hand.


Miros MR
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This is a great recipe for a summer fruit salad. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Sarmila Dhungana
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I made this fruit salad for a brunch party, and it was a big success. Everyone loved the fresh fruit and the light dressing.


Aman Ullah Dewan
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This fruit salad is delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of fruits, and the dressing is perfect.


Rizvi Habib
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I've made this fruit salad several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up summer fruit.


Dicsy Mikel
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This is my new favorite fruit salad recipe. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nazelene Amin
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I made this fruit salad for a potluck, and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


Paranjali Bista
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This fruit salad was a huge hit at our summer party! The combination of fruits was perfect, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


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