Description
This refreshing fruit salad dressing combines the sweetness of sugar with the fresh zest of lime and the aromatic flavor of mint leaves. A simple syrup-based dressing that enhances any fruit salad with a bright and invigorating taste, perfect for summer or any time you want a light, flavorful topping.
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 the sugar syrup: In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to ensure all the sugar dissolves completely, creating a clear syrup base.
- Infuse flavor: Remove the saucepan from heat. Add ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves and the zest of 1 lime to the hot syrup. Allow the mixture to steep for 20 minutes, so the mint and lime flavors infuse thoroughly into the syrup.
- Strain and store: After steeping, strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves and lime zest. Transfer the clear dressing into a sealed container and refrigerate until ready to use on your favorite fruit salad.
Notes
- Use fresh mint leaves for the best flavor and aroma.
- Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- This dressing can be adjusted for sweetness by varying the sugar amount to taste.
- Make sure to zest only the green part of the lime to avoid the bitter white pith.
- Shake or stir the dressing before serving as some separation may occur during storage.
