SWEET AND SPICY FRUIT SALAD
Most fruit salads consist of little more than diced fruit mixed in a bowl. They are simple and satisfying, but not necessarily special. This one is a more sophisticated take. It calls for a star anise- and chile-infused simple syrup, which adds sweetness and musky, spicy complexity. In addition to fruit, herbs - tarragon and basil - are tossed in for freshness. You can use whatever fruit you like as long as it is sweet and ripe. Eat the salad as it is, or top it with either mascarpone for a mellow, creamy note, or crumbled ricotta salata for something savory and bracing. Feel free to play around with other toppings as well. In the mellow category are fresh ricotta, crème fraîche, sour cream or ice cream. For something on the salty side, try shaved Parmesan, crumbled feta or goat cheese.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories salads and dressings, side dish
Time 25m
Yield 8 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place sugar, 3/4 cup water, chile and star anise in a small pot and bring to a boil. Simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture is as thick as maple syrup and spicy tasting. Strain syrup. (Syrup can be made up to 1 week in advance; store in the refrigerator.)
- Toss fruit with half of the sugar syrup, the tarragon and the basil. Add more syrup to taste, depending on how sweet and spicy you want the salad. Season very lightly with salt and pepper. If desired, add dollops of mascarpone or crumbled ricotta salata on top.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 102, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 307 milligrams, Sugar 24 grams
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Isis Allen
[email protected]I made this fruit salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the fruit was so fresh and flavorful.
Talha Islam
[email protected]This is the best fruit salad I've ever had! The combination of sweet and spicy is amazing, and the fruit is so fresh and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Akbar lashari
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one was really good! The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the fruit was so fresh and flavorful.
Hira Pun
[email protected]This fruit salad is so refreshing and delicious! The perfect summer treat. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Donald Jungell
[email protected]I made this fruit salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the fruit was so fresh and flavorful.
Yulanda Hall
[email protected]This is the best fruit salad I've ever had! The combination of sweet and spicy is amazing, and the fruit is so fresh and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Faisal Liaquat
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruit salad, but this one was really good! The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the fruit was so fresh and flavorful.
md nurislam
[email protected]This fruit salad is so refreshing and delicious! The perfect summer treat. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Babu Nasar
[email protected]I made this fruit salad for my family and they loved it! My kids especially loved the spicy dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.
Bosu Dec halder
[email protected]Sure, you can use a different type of vinegar. I think white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar would be good substitutes.
Andrea Kisakye
[email protected]I have a question about the dressing. Can I use a different type of vinegar? I don't have rice vinegar on hand.
Portia Molatedi
[email protected]I'm so glad you all enjoyed the fruit salad! It's one of my favorites too. :)
Elly LittlePanda
[email protected]This is the best fruit salad I've ever had! The combination of sweet and spicy is amazing, and the fruit is so fresh and juicy. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Epresvi zanbanga
[email protected]I made this fruit salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The dressing was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, and the fruit was so fresh and flavorful.
Dinesh Mahara
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fruit salad, but this one changed my mind. The dressing was so flavorful and the fruit was perfectly ripe. I'll definitely be making this again.
Major Davis
[email protected]This fruit salad was a hit at my last party! The combination of sweet and spicy was perfect, and the colors were so vibrant. I'll definitely be making this again.