Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Spiced Dried Fruit Salad, a delightful treat that combines the natural sweetness of dried fruits with a medley of aromatic spices. This vibrant salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and subtly spicy notes, making it an ideal snack, side dish, or addition to your breakfast bowl. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aroma, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds. Explore variations of this recipe, including a refreshing Citrus Marinated Fruit Salad, a decadent Chocolate Cherry Fruit Salad, and a tropical delight with our Pineapple Coconut Fruit Salad. Each recipe offers unique flavor combinations and textures, ensuring there's something for every palate.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
SPICED HONEY FRUIT SALAD WITH PECANS
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the spicy roasted pecans: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment and coat with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, salt, cayenne, ginger and egg white. Whisk until foamy. Fold in the pecans until fully incorporated.
- Transfer the pecans to the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Bake until fragrant, about 20 minutes. Let cool.
- For the fruit salad: Cut a slit into the habanero. Combine the honey and orange juice in a small saucepot and add the habanero and cinnamon. Heat until just simmering, about 40 seconds. Let stand for 10 minutes, then remove the habanero.
- To serve: Toss the cantaloupe, grapes, kiwis and apples with the honey syrup, then coarsely crumble the pecans on top.
SPIKED SUMMER FRUIT SALAD
Sneak a bit of coconut-flavored rum into this honey-ginger fruit salad.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Trim off all the peel and white pith from the oranges. Halve lengthwise and then slice crosswise into half-moons. Transfer to a large bowl and add the mixed berries and peaches.
- Combine the honey, 1/4 cup water and ginger slices in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat, stir in the rum and strain over the fruit and toss well. Set aside to cool and allow the flavors to blend, at least 30 minutes. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until cold.
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SPICY FRUIT SALAD
A delicious and refreshing summer fruit salad with a spicy twist. Tastes better the longer it's chilled, to let flavors blend.
Provided by puerca83
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Apple Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix pineapple, watermelon, mango, and green apple in a large bowl.
- Blend lime juice, honey, and jalapeno in a blender until smooth.
- Pour jalapeno dressing into the large bowl and mix thoroughly. Sprinkle chili-lime seasoning on top. Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 134.9 mg, Sugar 19 g
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
SPICED MIXED FRUIT (SALAD)
This recipe is good for late fall days and not as much fresh fruit available to make but I am a fan of dried fruit. On Occassion have taken to big Family meals. We all just love the mixture of fruits and do alot of them in the spring and summer but this is a bit different and great for a Christmas dinner. Christmas dinner always...
Provided by Glenda Moore
Categories Fruit Breakfast
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In a 3 Qt baking dish, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and bake 35-40 minutes 350*, fruit will soften.
- 2. Stir in apples and cranberries, Bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes apples are tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
WINTER FRUIT SALAD
Make the most of autumnal fruits in this refreshing and nourishing salad - make a batch and eat during the week
Provided by Merrilees Parker
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Tip the fruits and 700ml/11⁄4 pints cold water into a large saucepan. Add the honey and vanilla, scraping the seeds from the pod into the pan. Bring to the boil. Stir well, lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until slightly syrupy.
- Take the pan off the heat and stir in the tea bag. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes.
- Discard the tea bag and vanilla pod, tip the fruits and liquid into a non-metallic bowl and pour over the lemon juice. Stir, then leave to cool. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, Carbohydrate 46 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.07 milligram of sodium
SPICED FRUIT SALAD
Easy, tasty AND low fat healthy, this can be served at many occasions: brunch, showers, picnics and potlucks. Also a nice change to the standard "fruit cup" usually served before wedding reception and holiday dinners. Serve as a dessert or as a snack, which is kid-pleasing too. DO NOT serve to any child under the age of 1, due to the honey ingredient (or omit the honey, if so). A make-ahead no cook dish, cook time is for chill time. Serves 8-10, please double recipe for a larger crowd. This recipe is courtesy of Southern Living.
Provided by TheDancingCook
Categories Breakfast
Time 8h15m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Clean, drain, chop fruits; combine in a bowl.
- Combine juices, honey and cinnamon and pour over fruit.
- Cover and chill for overnight or 8 hours.
- *Iuse canned apricots and omit the prunes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 4.7, Carbohydrate 46.7, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 36.3, Protein 1.5
ORANGE, SPICED WALNUT AND DRIED CRANBERRY SALAD
Categories Salad Vegetarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Cranberry Orange Dried Fruit Walnut Winter Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix first 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Add nuts; toss to coat well. Strain nuts, reserving liquid. Transfer nuts to baking sheet. Sprinkle nuts with sugar. Bake until golden brown, about 17 minutes. Cool completely.
- Whisk 3/4 cup water, cranberry juice and reserved liquid from nuts in medium saucepan to blend. Stir in dried cranberries. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until cranberries soften and liquid is reduced to thin syrup, about 20 minutes. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Store nuts airtight at room temperature. Cover and chill cranberry mixture.)
- Arrange orange slices on platter. Spoon cranberry mixture over. Sprinkle nuts over. Garnish with mint, if desired.
SPICED DRIED FRUIT SALAD
When served warm this is a great fruit dessert for those cold winter nights. I serve it with good quality Greek yoghurt. Or, serve it chilled with icecream. Or with pancakes for breakfast. This is a favourite with my family. It can be varied infinitely too - so don't worry if you don't have all the ingredients. This comes from Stephanie Alexander's Cooks Companion. Australian measurements used.
Provided by auntchelle
Categories Dessert
Time 38m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Put all the dried fruit plus the cinnamon, cloves, honey, saffron, vanilla and lemon zest into a sauce pan. Add cold water to just barely cover the fruit.
- Place on stove on a low-medium heat and slowly bring to simmering point. Cook for 15 minutes, gently stirring once during this time. Remove from heat.
- Cool to desired serving temperature - remove cinnamon & cloves (if you can find them). Just before serving stir in the almonds, pistachios and a few drops of orange flower water (or to taste).
- Note: if you prefer you can place the cinnamon & cloves into a muslin bag to make removal easier.
SPICY FRUIT SALAD
Definitely not your mother's fruit salad, this one balances cool fruit and hot spices to perfection. -Rebecca Sturrock, Longview, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the apples, pears, mangoes and strawberries. In a small bowl, whisk the juices, cilantro, vinegar, lime zest and hot chili sauce. Drizzle over fruit mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose high-quality dried fruits. Look for fruits that are plump, brightly colored, and free of blemishes. Avoid fruits that are hard, shriveled, or discolored.
- Soak the dried fruits before using them. This will help to plump them up and make them more flavorful. You can soak the fruits in water, juice, or even alcohol.
- Use a variety of dried fruits. This will add flavor and visual appeal to your salad. Some good choices include raisins, cranberries, cherries, apricots, and figs.
- Add some nuts and seeds. This will add crunch and texture to your salad. Some good choices include almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
- Dress the salad with a flavorful vinaigrette. This will help to bring all of the flavors together. You can use a simple vinaigrette made with olive oil, vinegar, and Dijon mustard, or you can get creative and try a more complex dressing.
Conclusion:
Spiced dried fruit salad is a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little creativity, you can create a salad that is both beautiful and delicious.
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