Fruit Salads: A Salad Cookbook with Only Fruits [2 ed.] 9798372598782

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Table of Contents
Pretty Peach Fruit Salad
Tangy Cranberry Salad for March
Vanilla Pudding Bowls
Deep South Fruit Bowls
Fruit Salad Levantine
Fruit Salad Casablanca
Fruit Bowls in Greek
Fruit Salad Abyssinian
Morning Mist Fruit Salad with Nuts
Sunflower Sesame Fruit Salad
Winter Fruit Salad with Gold Ginger Sauce
Honeydew Blues Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Toscano
Asbury Strawberry Salad
5-Ingredient Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad in Farsi
Kauai Fruit Salad
My First Fruit Salad
Sonoma Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Mornings
Dutchess Peach Salad
Kiwi and Pears Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Accra
Picnic Fruit Salad
Ginger Berry Bowls
Lover’s Fruit Bowls
Maria’s Pennsylvania Fruit Salad
Fathia’s Favorite Fruit Salad
African Orange Bowls
African Sweet Mango Bowls
Fruit Salad Arabia
Fruit Salad with Seoul
Hot Mediterranean Melon Salad
4-Ingredient Fruit Salad Summers
Country Cottage Salad
Gold Mango Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Georgia
Fruit Salad Honeymoon
Late October Lunch Box
Creamy Fruit Salad Bowls
Whipped Apple and Banana Salad
Honeydew Grapefruit Salad
Kiwi Salad Kingston
Colorado Grape Salad
Joplin Berry Salad
Happy Fruit Salad
Cambodian Fruit Salad
Sandbridge Beach Boats
Ms. Singer’s Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Tampa
Raw Vegan Fruit Salad
Versatile Poppy Glazed Salad
Pear Salad
Sweet and Sour Fruit Salad
Pineapple Papaya Salad
Creamy Pineapple Salad
Latin Banana Lunch Box Salad
German Plum Salad
Alaskan Cranberry Salad
Southwest Fruit Salad
Big Backyard Party Melon Salad
Fruit Salad Autumns
Five-Spice Mango Salad
Jamaican Apple Fruit Salad
Spicy South American Fruit Salad with Chimichurri
Moroccan Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Manila
California Fruit Salad
Iceberg Fruit Salad
Fruity Pasta Salad
Dijon Orange Fruit Salad
Basmati Fruit Salad
Glazed Radish Fruit Salad
Fruit Salad Jakarta
Seattle Creamy Quinoa Salad
2nd Grade Fruit Salad
Caribbean Honeydew and Guava Salad
5-Ingredient Chinese Salad
Memphis Inspired Fruit Salad
Mi Tia’s Fruit Salad
Sweet Balsamic Dates Salad
Blackberry Raspberry Salad
Fruit Salad Minnetonka
Maui Pineapple Salad
Fruit Salad with the Works

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Table of Contents Pretty Peach Fruit Salad 9 Tangy Cranberry Salad for March 12 Vanilla Pudding Bowls 13 Deep South Fruit Bowls 14 Fruit Salad Levantine 15 Fruit Salad Casablanca 16 Fruit Bowls in Greek 17 Fruit Salad Abyssinian 18 Morning Mist Fruit Salad with Nuts 19 Sunflower Sesame Fruit Salad 22 Winter Fruit Salad with Gold Ginger Sauce 23 Honeydew Blues Fruit Salad 24 Fruit Salad Toscano 25 Asbury Strawberry Salad 26 5-Ingredient Fruit Salad 27 Fruit Salad in Farsi 28 Kauai Fruit Salad 29 My First Fruit Salad 32 Sonoma Fruit Salad 33

Fruit Salad Mornings 34 Dutchess Peach Salad 35 Kiwi and Pears Fruit Salad 36 Fruit Salad Accra 37 Picnic Fruit Salad 38 Ginger Berry Bowls 39 Lover’s Fruit Bowls 42 Maria’s Pennsylvania Fruit Salad 43 Fathia’s Favorite Fruit Salad 44 African Orange Bowls 45 African Sweet Mango Bowls 46 Fruit Salad Arabia 47 Fruit Salad with Seoul 48 Hot Mediterranean Melon Salad 49 4-Ingredient Fruit Salad Summers 52 Country Cottage Salad 53 Gold Mango Fruit Salad 54 Fruit Salad Georgia 55 Fruit Salad Honeymoon 56 Late October Lunch Box 57 Creamy Fruit Salad Bowls 58

Whipped Apple and Banana Salad 59 Honeydew Grapefruit Salad 62 Kiwi Salad Kingston 63 Colorado Grape Salad 64 Joplin Berry Salad 65 Happy Fruit Salad 66 Cambodian Fruit Salad 67 Sandbridge Beach Boats 68 Ms. Singer’s Fruit Salad 69 Fruit Salad Tampa 72 Raw Vegan Fruit Salad 73 Versatile Poppy Glazed Salad 74 Pear Salad 75 Sweet and Sour Fruit Salad 76 Pineapple Papaya Salad 77 Creamy Pineapple Salad 78 Latin Banana Lunch Box Salad 79 German Plum Salad 82 Alaskan Cranberry Salad 83 Southwest Fruit Salad 84 Big Backyard Party Melon Salad 85

Fruit Salad Autumns 86 Five-Spice Mango Salad 87 Jamaican Apple Fruit Salad 88 Spicy South American Fruit Salad with Chimichurri 89 Moroccan Fruit Salad 92 Fruit Salad Manila 93 California Fruit Salad 94 Iceberg Fruit Salad 95 Fruity Pasta Salad 96 Dijon Orange Fruit Salad 97 Basmati Fruit Salad 98 Glazed Radish Fruit Salad 99 Fruit Salad Jakarta 102 Seattle Creamy Quinoa Salad 103 2nd Grade Fruit Salad 104 Caribbean Honeydew and Guava Salad 105 5-Ingredient Chinese Salad 106 Memphis Inspired Fruit Salad 107 Mi Tia’s Fruit Salad 108 Sweet Balsamic Dates Salad 109 Blackberry Raspberry Salad 112

Fruit Salad Minnetonka 113 Maui Pineapple Salad 114 Fruit Salad with the Works 115

Pretty

Peach Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 15 Calories 73.9 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 86.1mg Carbohydrates 18.7g Protein 0.5g

Ingredients 1 (29 oz.) cans peach slices, undrained 1 (20 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, undrained 1 (3 1/8 oz.) boxes dry vanilla instant pudding mix 1 lb. strawberry, stemmed and quartered 1 banana, sliced

1/2 pint blueberries 1 bunch grapes 1 -2 tbsp sugar

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the pudding mix fruit cans with juices and mix until pudding dissolves completely. 2. Add the blueberries, strawberries, grapes, banana and sugar and stir to combine. 3. Refrigerate until chilled completely. 4. Enjoy.

Pretty Peach Fruit Salad

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TANGY

Cranberry Salad for March

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 276.2 Fat 20.5g Cholesterol 8.7mg Sodium 197.8mg Carbohydrates 20.5g Protein 5.2g

Ingredients 1/2 C. white sugar 1/2 C. lemon juice 2 tsp diced onions 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp salt 2/3 C. vegetable oil 1 tbsp poppy seed 1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite

4 oz. shredded Swiss cheese 1 C. cashews 1/4 C. dried cranberries 1 apple, peeled, cored and cubed 1 pear, cubed

Directions 1. In a food processor, add the onion, mustard, sugar, salt and lemon juice and pulse until combined finely. 2. While motor is running, slowly add the oil and pulse until smooth. 3. Add the poppy seeds and pulse for about 2-3 seconds. 4. In a bowl, add the romaine lettuce, pear, apple, cashews, cranberries and cheese and mix. 5. Place the dressing and toss to coat well. 6. Enjoy.

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Tangy Cranberry Salad for March

Vanilla

Pudding Bowls

Prep Time: 35 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 118.8 Fat 2.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.5mg Carbohydrates 26.4g Protein 1.3g

Ingredients 2 medium bananas, diced 2 medium apples, diced 1 lemon, juice 1 (20 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits, drained, juice reserved 2 C. sliced strawberries 2 C. grapes

1/4 C. pecans, chopped 1 (1 1/2 oz.) box sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix 1/2 C. water

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the apples, bananas and lemon juice and toss to coat well. 2. Add the grapes, strawberries, pineapple and pecans and gently, toss to coat. 3. In another bowl, add the pudding mix, pineapple juice and water and with a wire whisk, beat until smooth. 4. Add the pudding mixture into the bowl of the fruit and gently stir to combine. 5. Place in the fridge until using. 6. Enjoy chilled.

Vanilla Pudding Bowls

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DEEP

South Fruit Bowls

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 186.4 Fat 7.6g Cholesterol 1.2mg Sodium 193.4mg Carbohydrates 29.1g Protein 1.8g

Ingredients 1 C. buttermilk 1 (3 oz.) packages instant vanilla pudding 1 (8 oz.) cartons Cool Whip 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained

1 (11 oz.) cans crushed pineapple, drained 14 chocolate cookies, crushed

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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In a bowl, add the pudding and buttermilk and mix until well combined. Gently, fold in the whipped cream. Add the remaining ingredients and gently, stir to combine. Refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

Deep South Fruit Bowls

Fruit Salad

Levantine

Prep Time: 3 hrs Total Time: 3 hrs Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 201.1 Fat 4.2g Cholesterol 10.1mg Sodium 54.3mg Carbohydrates 42.2g Protein 2.8g

Ingredients Salad 2 C. strawberries, washed, hulled and halved 1 large cantaloupe, balled 1 large honeydew melon, balled 1 1/2 tbsp white sugar 1 lime, juice Dip 2 1/2 C. Greek yogurt 1/4 C. whipping cream

1/4 C. white sugar 2 tbsp orange juice 1/2 tsp orange rind 1/4 C. dates, chopped 1/8 C. pistachios

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

For the salad: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and toss to coat well. Cover the bowl and keep aside for about 30 minutes. Now, place in the fridge to chill completely. In another bowl, add the dates, whipping cream, yogurt, white sugar, orange rind and orange juice and mix until well combined. 5. Refrigerate to chill for about 3 hours. 6. Divide the salad onto serving plates and top with the dip. 7. Enjoy with a garnishing of the pistachios.

Fruit Salad Levantine

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FRUIT SALAD

Casablanca

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 127.8 Fat 1.5g Cholesterol 4.4mg Sodium 17.2mg Carbohydrates 28.7g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 6 -8 oz. vanilla yogurt 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced 2 apples, peeled, cored and chopped 1 -2 banana, peeled and sliced 1 orange, peeled and sectioned

1 tbsp sugar 1 orange, juiced

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and toss to coat well. 2. Enjoy.

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Fruit Salad Casablanca

Fruit Bowls in Greek

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 125.1 Fat 5.3g Cholesterol 7.9mg Sodium 29.0mg Carbohydrates 17.6g Protein 3.6g

Ingredients 4 C. mixed fresh fruit, chunks, grapes, melon, oranges, peaches, berries 1/4 C. slivered almonds 1 C. plain yogurt

3 tbsp honey 1 1/2 tbsp grated lemon rind

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a bowl, add the fruit and almonds and gently, stir to combine. In another bowl, add the honey, yogurt and lemon rind and mix well. In serving bowls, divide the fruit salad and top with the yogurt mixture. Enjoy with a topping of the almond slivers

Fruit Bowls in Greek

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FRUIT SALAD

Abyssinian

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 133.2 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 4.0mg Carbohydrates 34.5g Protein 1.5g

Ingredients 1 ripe mango, peeled and chopped 1 small ripe papaya, peeled and chopped 1 navel orange, peel removed and cut in sections

1 1/2 C. seedless grapes 1 banana, sliced

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the fruit and gently, toss to coat. 2. Enjoy.

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Fruit Salad Abyssinian

Morning Mist

Fruit Salad with Nuts

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 1180.7 Fat 18.3g Cholesterol 2.3mg Sodium 130.5mg Carbohydrates 268.5g Protein 15.1g

Ingredients Nuts 1 tsp peanut oil 1 tsp honey 2 tbsp white sugar 1/2 tsp vanilla 1/8 tsp salt 3/4 C. walnuts, chopped

Salad 2 green apples, cored, sliced 2 small red apples, cored, sliced 40 red seedless grapes 3/4 C. low-fat vanilla yogurt 2 tbsp lemon juice

Directions 1. For candied nuts: in a skillet, add the honey, peanut oil, vanilla, sugar and salt over medium heat and cook just boiling, mixing continuously. 2. Stir in the walnuts and cook until caramelized, mixing continuously. Remove from the heat and stir the walnuts continuously for at least 1 minute. 3. Transfer the walnuts onto a plate and gently, toss to avoid the sticking. 4. Keep aside to cool completely. 5. Meanwhile, in a bowl, dip the apple slices into the lemon juice. 6. In a bowl, add all fruits, yogurt and candied walnuts and gently, stir to combine. 7. Enjoy.

Morning Mist Fruit Salad with Nuts

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SUNFLOWER

Sesame Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 516.9 Fat 34.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 611.0mg Carbohydrates 52.9g Protein 5.5g

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp honey 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 C. fresh spinach, torn 1/3 C. chopped apple 1/4 C. broccoli floret 2 tbsp raisins

2 dried apricots, chopped 1 tbsp sunflower seeds 2 tsp sesame seeds, toasted 1 tsp lemon juice

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the honey, vinegar, oil and salt and beat until well combined. 2. In another bowl, add the remaining ingredients and mix. 3. Pour the dressing over salad and toss to combine.

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Sunflower Sesame Fruit Salad

Winter

Fruit Salad with Gold Ginger Sauce

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 102.5 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1.9mg Carbohydrates 25.9g Protein 1.4g

Ingredients Salad 1 large mango, peeled and diced 2 C. fresh blueberries 2 bananas, sliced 2 C. fresh strawberries, halved 2 C. seedless grapes 2 nectarines, unpeeled and sliced 1 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced Gold Ginger Sauce 1/3 C. unsweetened orange juice

2 tbsp lemon juice 1 1/2 tbsp honey 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1 dash nutmeg

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a bowl, add all the fruit and mix. For the sauce: in another bowl, add all the ingredients and mix until well combined. Place the sauce over the fruit and gently, toss to coat well. Enjoy.

Winter Fruit Salad with Gold Ginger Sauce

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HONEYDEW

Blues Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 20 Calories 169.2 Fat 0.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 19.3mg Carbohydrates 42.7g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 1 watermelon, seedless, chunks 1 honeydew melon, chunks 1 cantaloupe, chunks 1 fresh pineapple, chunks 2 C. strawberries, sliced 2 C. blueberries 2 C. raspberries 2 tsp lemon juice

2 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp orange juice 1/3 C. water 2/3 C. sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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In a bowl, add all the fruits and mix. In another bowl, add the sugar, all 3 juices and water and beat until sugar is dissolved. Place the dressing over the fruits and gently, toss to coat. Refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

Honeydew Blues Fruit Salad

Fruit Salad Toscano

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 348.4 Fat 12.2g Cholesterol 31.1mg Sodium 84.0mg Carbohydrates 61.4g Protein 3.2g

Ingredients 2 (8 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 1 (16 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits, drained 3 bananas, sliced 1 (12 oz.) bags miniature marshmallows 16 oz. sour cream, container

1 (6 oz.) cans maraschino cherries, sliced and drained shredded coconut

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the marshmallows, coconut, canned fruit and sour cream and gently, stir to blend. 2. Place in the fridge for all the night. 3. Just 1 hour before serving, add the banana slices into the bowl of the fruit mixture and gently, stir to combine. 4. Enjoy chilled.

Fruit Salad Toscano

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ASBURY

Strawberry Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 106.7 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 5.5mg Carbohydrates 26.8g Protein 1.3g

Ingredients 2 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 1 (16 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, drained 2 (10 oz.) boxes strawberries, frozen sliced 1 (20 oz.) cans peach pie filling 3 bananas

Extras 1 tsp almond extract 1 C. mini marshmallows 1/2 chopped pecans 1/4 C. red maraschino cherry, drained

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients except bananas and stir to combine. 2. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge to chill completely. 3. Gently, fold in the banana slices and enjoy.

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Asbury Strawberry Salad

5-Ingredient

Prep Time: 15 mins

Fruit Salad

Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 276.0 Fat 1.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 5.6mg Carbohydrates 72.4g Protein 2.4g

Ingredients 3 mangoes, peeled, pitted and chopped 4 C. blueberries 6 tbsp sugar

1 lemon, zested and juiced 1/2 C. orange juice

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and gently, stir to combine. 2. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge to chill completely. 3. Enjoy chilled.

5-Ingredient Fruit Salad

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FRUIT SALAD

in Farsi

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 442.5 Fat 12.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 82.8mg Carbohydrates 84.2g Protein 8.1g

Ingredients 2 seedless oranges, peeled and cored 2 apples, peeled and cored 2 bananas, sliced 2 C. pitted dates, chopped 1 C. dried figs, chopped

1 C. orange juice 1 C. almonds, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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In a bowl, add fruit and orange juice and gently, stir to combine. Place the almonds on top. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge or about 4-5 hours. Enjoy chilled.

Fruit Salad in Farsi

Kauai

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 306.4 Fat 6.6g Cholesterol 14.9mg Sodium 74.5mg Carbohydrates 64.7g Protein 3.7g

Ingredients Salad 1 pineapple, cubed 1 medium cantaloupe cubed 1 medium honeydew melon cubed 1 papaya, pared and sliced 1 C. green grape, halved lengthwise 1 C. strawberry, halved lengthwise

Dressing 2 ripe bananas, peeled, sliced 1 C. sour cream 1/4 C. firmly packed brown sugar 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

For the dressing: in a food processor, add all the ingredients and pulse until smooth. Transfer the dressing into a bowl and place in the fridge for about 3 hours. In a bowl, place all the fruits and mix. Divide the salad onto serving plates evenly. Enjoy with a topping of the dressing.

Kauai Fruit Salad

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MY FIRST

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 112.1 Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 10.2mg Carbohydrates 28.8g Protein 0.7g

Ingredients 2 C. watermelon, cubed 2 C. cantaloupe, cubed 2 C. honeydews, cubed 1 C. green grape 1 C. red grapes

1 C. sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tbsp lime juice 2 tbsp orange juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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In a bowl, add the fruit and mix. In another bowl, add all the juices and sugar and beat until sugar is dissolved. Place the juice mixture over the fruit and gently, toss to combine. Cover the bowl and refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

My First Fruit Salad

Sonoma

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 468.8 Fat 26.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 214.5mg Carbohydrates 62.3g Protein 4.2g

Ingredients Salad 1 green apple, cored and chopped 1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped 1 banana, peeled and chopped 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 1/4 C. raisins 1/4 C. nuts, chopped Dressing 1 tsp lemon juice 1/4 C. orange juice

1/4 C. canola oil 1/3 C. honey 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard 1/4 tsp salt 1 1/2 tsp poppy seeds

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

For the salad: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. For the dressing: in another bowl, add all the ingredients and beat until well combined. Place the dressing over salad and gently, stir to combine. Enjoy.

Sonoma Fruit Salad

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FRUIT SALAD

Mornings

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 173.8 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.3mg Carbohydrates 44.3g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 4 navel oranges, peeled and sectioned 2 pink grapefruit, peeled and sectioned 3/4 C. fresh orange juice 3 tbsp orange flower water 2 tbsp honey

1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise and seeds scraped 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 small mint leaf

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the honey, orange flower water, orange juice, vanilla bean seeds and cinnamon and beat until well combined. 2. Through a strainer, strain the juice mixture over fruit and place in fridge for all the night. 3. Enjoy with a garnishing of the mint leaves.

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Fruit Salad Mornings

Dutchess

Peach Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 178.6 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 27.4mg Carbohydrates 45.5g Protein 2.0g

Ingredients 1/2 C. orange marmalade 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin orange segments, drained reserving syrup 1/2 tsp almond extract 3 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced 2 small peaches, sliced

1/2 pint strawberry, halved 1 C. red seedless grapes 1 C. cantaloupe, chunks 1 C. honeydew melon, chunks

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the reserved orange syrup, marmalade and almond extract and mix until well combined. 2. In a glass bowl, place the orange segments, kiwi, peaches, strawberries, grapes and melon chunks according to your desired pattern. 3. Place the marmalade mixture on top evenly. 4. With a plastic wrap, cover the bowl and place in the fridge for about 1 hour. 5. Enjoy.

Dutchess Peach Salad

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KIWI

and Pears Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 72.6 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.4mg Carbohydrates 18.1g Protein 1.0g

Ingredients 1 pear, cored and chopped 1 mango, peeled, pitted and chopped 3 kiwi fruits, peeled and chopped

10 strawberries, hulled and chopped 3 tbsp agave nectar

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and toss to coat well. 2. Enjoy.

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Kiwi and Pears Fruit Salad

Fruit Salad Accra

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 136.5 Fat 1.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 13.0mg Carbohydrates 32.3g Protein 1.5g

Ingredients 4 ripe papayas, peeled, seeded and chopped 2 red apples, cored and chopped 2 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced 1 (16 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits, welldrained

1 C. fresh orange juice 1 tbsp granulated sugar 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/3 C. sweetened flaked coconut

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the coconut and toss to coat well. 2. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge to chill completely. 3. Enjoy with a topping of the coconut.

Fruit Salad Accra

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PICNIC

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 191.8 Fat 0.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 3.5mg Carbohydrates 48.9g Protein 2.1g

Ingredients 1/2 C. lime juice 1/2 C. water 1/2 C. sugar 1 large banana, sliced diagonally 1 pint blueberries, divided 2 large nectarines, sliced 1 pint strawberry, hulled and halved

1 C. watermelon balls 1 C. seedless grapes, green 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced dark sweet cherry, with stems

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In bowl, add the sugar, lime juice and water and beat until sugar is dissolved. Add the banana slices and gently, stir to combine. Reserve 1/2 C. of the blueberries. In another glass bowl, arrange the fruit in layers of the remaining blueberries, followed by the nectarines, strawberries, banana, watermelon, grapes, reserved 1/2 C. blueberries, kiwi and cherries. 5. Top the fruit with the sugar syrup. 6. Cover the bowl loosely and refrigerate to chill completely. 7. Enjoy chilled.

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Picnic Fruit Salad

Ginger

Berry Bowls

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 186.4 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 4.1mg Carbohydrates 48.3g Protein 1.8g

Ingredients 2 tsp gingerroot, minced 1 lime, juice and zest, grated 1/4 C. honey 2 mangoes, peeled, seeded and cubed

3 C. green grapes 1 1/2 C. blueberries 1/4 C. mint leaf, chopped

Directions 1. For the dressing: in a bowl, add the ginger, honey and lime juice and beat until well combined. 2. In another bowl, add the remaining ingredients and dressing and toss to coat well. 3. Enjoy.

Ginger Berry Bowls

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LOVER’S

Fruit Bowls

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 77.7 Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 7.1mg Carbohydrates 19.9g Protein 1.0g

Ingredients 1/3 C. diced papaya 1/3 C. diced mango 1/3 C. diced honeydew melon 1/3 C. diced cantaloupe 1/3 C. diced seedless watermelon 8 strawberries, washed and quartered lengthwise

1/2 C. papaya nectar 1 tbsp fresh lime juice 4 slices fresh pineapple, diced mint sprig

Directions 1. In a glass bowl, add all the fruit, lime juice and papaya nectar and gently, toss to coat. 2. Enjoy with a garnishing of the mint spring.

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Lover’s Fruit Bowls

Maria’s

Pennsylvania Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 758.9 Fat 20.0g Cholesterol 58.8mg Sodium 1649.1mg Carbohydrates 136.5g Protein 12.3g

Ingredients Pretzels 3 C. pretzels, broken up into small pieces 4 tbsp butter 1 C. brown sugar Salad 2 (3 1/2 oz.) packages instant vanilla pudding

2 C. buttermilk 2 C. Cool Whip Topping, thawed 8 oz. crushed pineapple, strained 2 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, crushed & strained

Directions 1. Set your oven to 450 degrees F before doing anything else and line a jelly roll pan with a piece of the foil. 2. Break up pretzels on pan. 3. In a microwave-safe bowl, add the butter and microwave until melted. 4. Add the brown sugar and stir to combine well. 5. In the bottom of the prepared pan, place the pretzels. and butter mixture and stir to combine well. 6. Cook in the oven for about 5 minutes. 7. Remove from the heat and keep aside to cool. 8. Now, break the pretzels into pieces. 9. In a bowl, add the buttermilk and vanilla pudding and mix well. 10. Add the whipped cream, orange pulp and pineapple and gently, stir to combine. 11. Enjoy with a topping of the caramelized pretzels.

Maria’s Pennsylvania Fruit Salad

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FATHIA’S

Favorite Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 137.9 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 14.7mg Carbohydrates 35.2g Protein 1.4g

Ingredients 1/2 C. fresh orange juice 1/4 C. honey 2 tsp mint leaves, chopped 2 C. cantaloupe, cubed

1 C. blueberries 1 C. strawberry, sliced

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the orange juice, honey and mint leaves and beat until well combined. 2. Add the strawberries, blueberries and gently stir to combine. 3. Enjoy.

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Fathia’s Favorite Fruit Salad

African

Prep Time: 20 mins

Orange Bowls

Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 218.2 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.0mg Carbohydrates 55.0g Protein 2.7g

Ingredients 1/4 melon, cubed 2 apples, cubed 2 bananas, sliced 5 oranges, peeled, seeded and chopped 3/4 C. orange juice 1/4 C. lemon juice 2 tbsp sugar

1 tsp vanilla 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and gently, toss to coat well. 2. Place in the fridge to chill completely. 3. Enjoy chilled.

African Orange Bowls

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AFRICAN

Sweet Mango Bowls

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 446.3 Fat 25.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 18.0mg Carbohydrates 59.2g Protein 4.9g

Ingredients 4 C. 1/2 inch cubed fresh pineapple 2 medium oranges, peeled and divided into sections 2 medium mangoes, peeled and diced 2 bananas, sliced 2 tbsp lime juice

2 tbsp dark brown sugar 1 C. shredded unsweetened coconut, toasted

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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In a bowl, add the fruits and mix. In another bowl, add the brown sugar and lime juice and beat until well combined. Pour juice mixture over fruits and toss to combine. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for about 2 hours. Enjoy with a topping of the coconut.

African Sweet Mango Bowls

Fruit Salad Arabia

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 200.7 Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 17.8mg Carbohydrates 52.8g Protein 1.8g

Ingredients 1 medium cantaloupe, peeled and cubed 2 medium seedless oranges, peeled sectioned and sections halved 2 medium apples, peeled cored and cubed 1/2 C. seedless raisin Sauce 1/2 C. honey

2 tbsp water 1/2 tsp ground cardamom 1/4 C. fresh lemon juice

Directions 1. For the sauce: in a pot, add the cardamom, honey and water and cook until boiling, mixing occasionally. 2. Cook for about 2 minutes, mixing occasionally. 3. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. 4. Keep aside to cool completely. 5. In a bowl, add the fruit and cooled sauce and toss to coat well. 6. Place in the fridge to chill. 7. Enjoy chilled.

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FRUIT SALAD

with Seoul

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 15 Calories 131.9 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 8.4mg Carbohydrates 33.3g Protein 1.8g

Ingredients Salad 1 whole fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into chunks 1 whole fresh cantaloupe, peeled, seeded and cubed 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered 4 -5 fresh nectarines, peeled and sectioned 1/2 pint fresh blackberries 1/2 pint fresh blueberries

6 whole fresh kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced Dressing 1/2 C. honey 1 large lime, juice and zest 1 -2 tbsp grated fresh ginger 1 -2 tsp poppy seed

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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In a large bowl, add all the fruits and mix well. For the dressing: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and beat until well combined. Place the dressing over the fruit and gently, toss to combine. Enjoy.

Fruit Salad with Seoul

Hot

Mediterranean Melon Salad

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 306.9 Fat 21.2g Cholesterol 11.2mg Sodium 145.5mg Carbohydrates 29.3g Protein 4.1g

Ingredients 1 C. olive oil 2 tbsp fresh lime juice 2 tbsp champagne vinegar 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped 1 small shallot, minced 1 Serrano chili, stemmed and sliced into half-rounds

salt 1 watermelon, seedless small, cut into squares 1/3 lb. feta cheese, wedge sliced 1 bunch arugula sliced Serrano and lime

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

In a jar, add the shallot, Serrano, thyme, lime juice, oil, vinegar and salt. Cover the jar tightly and shake vigorously to combine. Place in the fridge to chill before using. Arrange feta pieces and watermelon square onto a serving platter. Drizzle with the chilled vinaigrette. Enjoy with a garnishing of the arugula and Serrano slices.

Hot Mediterranean Melon Salad

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4-INGREDIENT

Fruit Salad Summers

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 118.0 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.0mg Carbohydrates 30.1g Protein 1.4g

Ingredients 1 quart fresh strawberries, halved 1 (20 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, drained

4 firm bananas, sliced 1 (16 oz.) jars strawberry glaze

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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In a bowl, add all the fruit and mix. Add the glaze and gently, stir to combine. Refrigerate for about 2 hours. Enjoy chilled.

4-Ingredient Fruit Salad Summers

Country

Cottage Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 89.4 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 17.2mg Carbohydrates 22.3g Protein 1.5g

Ingredients 4 kiwi fruits, peeled & quartered 2 C. seedless grapes, halved 2 C. cantaloupes, cubed 2 C. honeydew melon, cubed

2 C. watermelon, cubed 1 C. cottage cheese

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

In a jar, add the shallot, Serrano, thyme, lime juice, oil, vinegar and salt. Cover the jar tightly and shake vigorously to combine. Place in the fridge to chill before using. Arrange feta pieces and watermelon square onto a serving platter. Drizzle with the chilled vinaigrette. Enjoy with a garnishing of the arugula and Serrano slices.

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GOLD

Mango Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 217.1 Fat 8.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 15.2mg Carbohydrates 38.5g Protein 2.8g

Ingredients 3 apricots, pitted and sliced 1 C. strawberry, quartered 1 C. kiwi, peeled, sliced 1 C. pineapple, chunks 1 banana, sliced 1 C. mango, peeled, chunked

Dressing 1/4 C. coconut milk 1 tbsp orange juice 1 tbsp honey 3 tbsp coconut, shredded

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the fruit except banana and toss to coat. 2. Refrigerate for about 2 hours. 3. Meanwhile, for the dressing: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and beat until well combined. 4. In the bowl of the fruit, add the dressing and banana and gently toss to coat. 5. Enjoy.

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Gold Mango Fruit Salad

Fruit Salad Georgia

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 108.5 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.6mg Carbohydrates 27.7g Protein 0.7g

Ingredients 21 oz. peach pie filling 16 oz. mandarin oranges, drained 16 oz. crushed pineapple, drained 10 oz. maraschino cherries, pitted,

stemmed and drained 1 banana, sliced 1/2 C. chopped walnuts

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a bowl, add the oranges, cherries, pineapple and pie filling and mix well. Gently, fold in the banana. Refrigerate for about 4-5 hours. Gently, fold in the walnuts and enjoy.

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FRUIT SALAD

Honeymoon

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 324.9 Fat 9.8g Cholesterol 16.8mg Sodium 43.3mg Carbohydrates 60.7g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 1 whole pineapple, chunks 2 C. chopped fresh mango 1 carambolas, sliced 2 ripe wrinkled passion fruit, split, with pulp removed and seeds strained out 1 (12 oz.) jars maraschino cherries, drained with syrup reserved

1/4 C. sweetened flaked coconut 1 C. white miniature marshmallows, optional 1 C. sour cream 1/4 C. powdered sugar

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the marshmallows and fruits and mix well. 2. In another bowl, add 1/4 C. of the reserved cherry syrup, sour cream and powdered sugar and beat until well combined 3. Add the fruit mixture and gently, stir to combine. 4. Cover and refrigerate for about 2-3 hours. 5. Enjoy chilled.

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Fruit Salad Honeymoon

Late October

Prep Time: 10 mins

Lunch Box

Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 70.1 Fat 0.9g Cholesterol 0.4mg Sodium 20.6mg Carbohydrates 15.6g Protein 1.1g

Ingredients 2 medium granny smith apples, cored and cut into wedges 1 C. halved red seedless grapes 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin orange segments, drained 1 1/2 C. miniature marshmallows, optional 1 (8 oz.) containers low-fat vanilla yogurt

2 tbsp chopped nuts 1 lime, zest

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a bowl, add all the ingredients except walnuts and gently stir to combine. Top with the nuts walnuts evenly. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

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CREAMY

Fruit Salad Bowls

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 24 hrs 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 548.1 Fat 11.4g Cholesterol 52.8mg Sodium 177.9mg Carbohydrates 103.8g Protein 10.7g

Ingredients 1 (15 oz.) cans mandarin oranges 2 (20 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits 1 (6 oz.) jars maraschino cherries 3/4 C. sugar 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp flour 2 beaten eggs

1 lb. acini di pepe pasta 1 (10 oz.) containers Cool Whip, softened

Directions 1. Drain the fruit, reserving the juices into a bowl. 2. Refrigerate the fruit until using. 3. In a pan, add the reserved fruit juices, eggs, flour, sugar and salt and cook until boiling, mixing occasionally 4. Cook until eggs are scrambled, mixing continuously. 5. Remove from the heat. 6. In a pan of the salted boiling water, cook the pasta as directed on the package. 7. Drain the pasta and rinse under cold running water. 8. Drain well and place the pasta into a bowl. 9. Place the warm cooked egg mixture over hot pasta and stir to combine. 10. Keep aside to cool completely. 11. Now, place in the fridge all the night. 12. In a bowl, add the Cool Whip, fruit and pasta stir to combine. 13. Enjoy.

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Creamy Fruit Salad Bowls

Whipped

Apple and Banana Salad

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 1905.7 Fat 5.4g Cholesterol 2.7mg Sodium 57.2mg Carbohydrates 497.4g Protein 19.8g

Ingredients 1 banana, chopped to size of grapes 20 seedless grapes 1/2 apple, chopped to size of grapes 1 tbsp sugar-free strawberry jelly

1 tbsp fat-free whipped topping 1 fresh cherries

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all ingredients except whipped topping and cherry and gently, stir to combine. 2. Place the whipped topping on top and enjoy with a garnishing of the cherry.

Whipped Apple and Banana Salad

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HONEYDEW

Grapefruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 188.2 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 12.8mg Carbohydrates 47.9g Protein 1.7g

Ingredients 1/2 pint blueberries 1/2 pint strawberry, halved 1 mango, pitted, peeled and chopped 1 -2 kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced 1/2 lb. red seedless grapes 1 ruby grapefruits, segmented, juice reserved for syrup 1 C. honeydew melon, cubed 1 C. cantaloupe, cubed

1 C. pineapple, cubed Syrup 1 vanilla bean 1/2 C. water 1/2 C. sugar

Directions 1. With a knife, scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod. 2. vanilla pod, seeds, sugar, grapefruit juice 3. and water and cook until boiling, mixing continuously. 4. Set the heat to low and cook for about 13-15 minutes, mixing occasionally. 5. Remove from the heat and transfer into a bowl. 6. Keep aside to cool. 7. Discard the pod and place the vanilla syrup in fridge to chill completely. 8. In another bowl, add the fruit and vanilla syrup and toss to coat well. 9. Place in the fridge to chill completely. 10. Enjoy chilled.

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Honeydew Grapefruit Salad

Kiwi

Salad Kingston

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 102.6 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.4mg Carbohydrates 25.9g Protein 1.1g

Ingredients 1/2 C. sugar 1/2 C. water 1/2 C. basil leaves, packed 1 tbsp lime rind, grated 4 C. pineapple, cubed

3 C. strawberries, quartered 4 kiwi, peeled and sliced 2 C. mangoes, peeled and cubed

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

For the simple syrup: in a pot, add the sugar and water and cook until boiling. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring continuously. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime rind and basil. Remove from the heat and keep aside to cool. Through a strainer, strain the mixture, discarding the solids. In a bowl, add the fruits and syrup and gently, toss to coat well. Enjoy.

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COLORADO

Grape Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 89.0 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 2.3mg Carbohydrates 23.0g Protein 0.8g

Ingredients 1 pint strawberry, chopped 1 (20 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, drained 0.5 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 2 C. grapes

2 tbsp honey 2 tbsp of fresh mint, chopped

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. 2. Enjoy.

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Colorado Grape Salad

Joplin

Berry Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 273.2 Fat 4.8g Cholesterol 15.9mg Sodium 60.7mg Carbohydrates 55.9g Protein 6.6g

Ingredients 2 C. plain yogurt 2 tbsp good honey 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped 1/2 orange, juice 1 banana, sliced

1/2 pint fresh blueberries 1/2 pint fresh raspberry 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and halved 1 bunch green seedless grape, halved

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the honey, yogurt, vanilla bean seeds and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. 2. In another bowl, add the banana slices and orange juice and gently, stir to combine. 3. Add the grapes and berries and gently, stir to combine. 4. Enjoy with a topping of the yogurt mixture.

Joplin Berry Salad

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HAPPY

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 197.2 Fat 6.5g Cholesterol 12.6mg Sodium 18.9mg Carbohydrates 35.6g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 1/2 C. sour cream 1/4 C. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 2 tsp honey 1 C. strawberry, halves 1 C. red apple, slices

1 C. green seedless grape 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin orange segments, well drained mixed salad green

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the honey, sour cream and orange juice and beat until well combined. 2. In the bottom of a bowl, arrange the salad greens and top with the salad. 3. Enjoy with a topping of the dressing.

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Happy Fruit Salad

Cambodian

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 240.9 Fat 5.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 12.9mg Carbohydrates 51.0g Protein 2.0g

Ingredients Syrup 3/4 C. coconut milk 2 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp chopped fresh lemongrass, chopped Salad 1 medium pineapple, peeled and cubed

1 mango, peeled and cubed 4 yellow kiwi fruits, peeled and cubed 2 bananas, peeled and sliced 1 grated lime, zest

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

For the syrup: in a pot, add all the ingredients and cook until boiling. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring continuously. Remove from the heat and through a strainer, strain the syrup into a bowl. Place in the fridge for about 40 minutes. For the salad: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. Pour the syrup over salad and gently, toss to coat. Enjoy.

Cambodian Fruit Salad

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SANDBRIDGE

Beach Boats

Prep Time: 50 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 103.3 Fat 0.6g Cholesterol 1.4mg Sodium 23.8mg Carbohydrates 24.3g Protein 2.3g

Ingredients 1 fresh pineapple 2 C. cantaloupe, cubed 1 C. fresh strawberries, halved 1 C. fresh blueberries 1 tbsp lime juice Sauce 1 C. fresh strawberries, mashed 1 C. low-fat plain yogurt

2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp lime juice 1 1/2 tsp lime zest 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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Carefully, cut the pineapple vertically about a third from one side, leaving the top attached. Carefully, remove the fruit from small portion and discard its outer peel. Now, remove fruit from the large portion, leaving about 1/2-inch shell. Chop the pineapple fruit and transfer into a bowl. Add the blueberries, strawberries, cantaloupe and lime juice; and toss to combine. Transfer the salad into the pineapple shell. For the sauce: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix until well combined. Pour the sauce over fruit and enjoy.

Sandbridge Beach Boats

Ms. Singer’s Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 34 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 241.4 Fat 7.6g Cholesterol 35.2mg Sodium 115.3mg Carbohydrates 40.5g Protein 4.5g

Ingredients 1 C. confectioners' sugar 2 eggs 1/2 C. lemon juice 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 lb. spaghetti, broken into pieces 1 (20 oz.) can pineapple tidbits

3 medium tart apples, diced 1 (8 oz.) cartons frozen whipped topping, thawed 1/4 C. walnuts, chopped maraschino cherry, halved

Directions 1. In a pot, add the lemon juice, eggs, sugar and salt over medium heat and cook for about 4 minutes, mixing continuously. 2. remove from the heat and keep aside to cool completely. 3. Meanwhile, in another pot of the salted boiling water, cook the spaghetti as suggested on the package. 4. Drain the spaghetti and rinse under cold running water. 5. Transfer the spaghetti into a bowl. 6. Drain the can of pineapple, placing the juice into the bowl of the spaghetti. 7. Add the apples and gently toss to coat well. 8. now, drain the juice from the bowl. 9. Add the pineapple and egg mixture and stir to combine. 10. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for all the night. 11. Remove from the fridge and gently, fold in the whipped topping. 12. Enjoy with a topping of the cherries and walnuts.

Ms. Singer’s Fruit Salad

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FRUIT SALAD

Tampa

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 178.2 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 166.1mg Carbohydrates 45.6g Protein 1.4g

Ingredients 3 apples, chopped 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 2 (15 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits, drained save juice 3 bananas, chopped

1 pint strawberry, sliced 3 tbsp Tang orange crystals 1 (4 oz.) boxes instant vanilla pudding

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

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In a bowl, add the pineapple juice and pudding and mix until well combined. Add the Tang and stir to combine. Add the fruit and gently, stir to combine. Refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

Fruit Salad Tampa

Raw

Vegan Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 218.3 Fat 12.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 109.4mg Carbohydrates 23.8g Protein 7.0g

Ingredients Salad 1 (12 oz.) packages romaine lettuce, cleaned and torn 1 (7 oz.) packages baby spinach leaves, cleaned 3/4 C. strawberries, sliced 1/2 C. pineapple 1/2 C. mandarin orange

1/4 green onion, sliced Almonds 1 C. raw almonds 1/3 C. sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.

For the glazed almonds: place a heavy skillet over high heat until heated through. Add the almonds and sugar and cook until sugar is melted, mixing continuously. Remove from the heat and transfer the glazed almonds onto a plate. Keep aside to cool completely. After cooling, break the glazed almonds into the pieces. For the salad: in a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. Enjoy with a topping of the glazed almond pieces.

Raw Vegan Fruit Salad

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VERSATILE

Poppy Glazed Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 97.3 Fat 1.0g Cholesterol 2.7mg Sodium 32.6mg Carbohydrates 19.9g Protein 2.7g

Ingredients 4 C. fresh fruit Dressing 4 tbsp sugar 1 tbsp orange zest 3/4 C. low-fat yogurt 1 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp frozen orange juice concentrate 1 tsp poppy seed

Directions 1. For the dressing: in a blender, add all the ingredients and process for about 5 seconds. 2. In a bowl, add the fruit and dressing and gently, toss to coat well. 3. Enjoy.

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Versatile Poppy Glazed Salad

Pear

Prep Time: 3 mins

Salad

Total Time: 3 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 52.1 Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 7.5mg Carbohydrates 13.5g Protein 0.6g

Ingredients 1 lettuce leaf 1/2 pears, canned and drained 1 tbsp Miracle Whip

1 dash paprika

Directions 1. Arrange the lettuce leaf onto a serving plate, followed by the pear and Miracle Whip. 2. Enjoy with a dusting of the paprika.

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SWEET

and Sour Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 10 Calories 200.1 Fat 5.2g Cholesterol 14.0mg Sodium 177.0mg Carbohydrates 38.3g Protein 2.9g

Ingredients 1 (3 1/2 oz.) packages vanilla instant pudding mix 1 1/2 C. milk 1/3 C. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 3/4 C. sour cream

16 oz. pineapple slices, cut into tidbits, drained 1 (24 1/2 oz.) jars dole mandarin orange segments, drained 3 bananas, sliced

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the orange juice concentrate, milk and pudding mix and with an electric mixer, beat on medium speed for about 2 minutes. 2. Add the sour cream and stir to combine. 3. In a bowl, add the fruit and mix well. 4. Add the orange dressing and gently, stir to combine. 5. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for about 3 hours. 6. Enjoy chilled.

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Sweet and Sour Fruit Salad

Pineapple

Prep Time: 10 mins

Papaya Salad

Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 86.1 Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1.8mg Carbohydrates 22.3g Protein 0.9g

Ingredients 1/3 papaya, chopped 1/3 pineapple, chunked 2 bananas, sliced 2 cored tart apples, chopped

1 lime, juice 1 ripe orange, juice

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and gently, toss to coat well. 2. Keep aside for about 45 minutes. 3. Enjoy.

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CREAMY

Pineapple Salad

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 56.8 Fat 5.0g Cholesterol 8.4mg Sodium 18.1mg Carbohydrates 2.4g Protein 0.7g

Ingredients fresh pineapple, cored and sliced fresh strawberries, washed and stemmed kiwi fruit, peeled and sliced

1/2 C. sour cream 3 tbsp sweetened flaked coconut 1 tbsp lime juice

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the coconut, sour cream and lime juice and nix until well combined. 2. Place the fruit onto serving plates in a decorative pattern. 3. Enjoy with the topping of dressing.

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Creamy Pineapple Salad

Latin

Banana Lunch Box Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 140.7 Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 30.3mg Carbohydrates 34.2g Protein 3.0g

Ingredients 2 firm bananas, peeled and sliced 2 apples, cored and chopped 1 (15 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained 1 tbsp honey 1/2-1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 C. pineapple juice

2 -3 tbsp lemon juice 3 egg whites 1 1/2 tbsp sugar

Directions 1. Set your oven to 450 degrees F before doing anything else. 2. In a casserole dish, place all the fruit, honey, pineapple juice, lemon juice and cinnamon and mix until well combined. 3. Ina glass bowl, add the egg whites and beat until frothy. 4. Slowly add the sugar, beating continuously until stiff peaks form. 5. Place the meringue over the fruit mixture evenly. 6. Cook in the oven for about 5-10 minutes. 7. Enjoy warm.

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GERMAN

Plum Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 415.3 Fat 8.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 10.8mg Carbohydrates 85.5g Protein 6.5g

Ingredients 2 red plums, pitted and chopped 4 bananas, chopped 4 apples, cored and chopped 1 lemon, juice

4 tbsp sugar 1 C. granola cereal

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

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In a bowl, add the sugar and lemon juice and beat until sugar is dissolved. In another bowl, add the fruit and mix well. add the sugar mixture and granola and mix until well combined. Enjoy.

German Plum Salad

Alaskan

Cranberry Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 210.3 Fat 14.8g Cholesterol 31.1mg Sodium 92.3mg Carbohydrates 18.3g Protein 2.9g

Ingredients 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp sugar 8 oz. cranberry sauce, whole 1 C. pineapple, crushed, drained

1/2 C. pecans, chopped 1 C. Dream Whip

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the Dream Whip and mix until well combined. Add the Dream Whip and gently, stir to combine. Place the mixture into the paper liners lined muffin cups evenly. Place in the freezer until set completely. After freezing, remove the paper liners from the muffin cups and put transfer into a resealable plastic bag. 6. Freeze until using. 7. Remove the frozen salad from the paper cups and enjoy.

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SOUTHWEST

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 55.2 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 149.4mg Carbohydrates 13.8g Protein 1.1g

Ingredients 1 (15 oz.) cans reduced sodium black beans, drained 3 tbsp salsa 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped 1 tbsp red onion, chopped 1/2 tsp orange peel, grated 1 tbsp lime juice

1/4 tsp ground cumin 1 large banana, sliced 1 orange, sectioned red leaf lettuce 1 oz. feta cheese, crumbled

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the salsa, beans, onion, cilantro, orange peel, lime juice and cumin and mix well. 2. Add the orange and banana and gently stir to combine. 3. Divide the lettuce onto plates and top with the salad. 4. Enjoy with a topping of the feta cheese.

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Southwest Fruit Salad

Big

Backyard Party Melon Salad

Prep Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr Servings per Recipe: 24 Calories 204.7 Fat 1.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 22.0mg Carbohydrates 51.4g Protein 3.8g

Ingredients 20 lb. watermelon 2 cantaloupe, peeled and cubed 1 honeydew, peeled and cubed 1 pineapple, chunks 2 pints strawberries, hulled and quartered 2 pints blueberries

1 pint raspberries 1 bunch red grapes 1 bunch green grape

Directions 1. With a melon carver, cut the top third of the watermelon and make a decorative edge of your choice. 2. With a scooper, scoop the watermelon flesh and transfer into a bowl. 3. In the bowl of watermelon, add the remaining fruit and mix. 4. Transfer the fruit mixture into the watermelon basket and enjoy.

Big Backyard Party Melon Salad

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FRUIT SALAD

Autumns

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 17 mins Servings per Recipe: 12 Calories 82.8 Fat 3.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 4.7mg Carbohydrates 13.6g Protein 1.3g

Ingredients 1 (1/4 oz.) package unflavored gelatin 1 C. cranberry-grape juice, chilled 1 C. cranberry-grape juice, boiling 2 C. fresh cranberries, chopped in a food processor 1 (15 oz.) cans pineapple tidbits, drained 1 C. red seedless grapes, halved

1 apple, cored and chopped 3/4 C. mini marshmallows, optional 1/2 C. toasted pecans, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

In a bowl, add 1 C. of the chilled juice and sprinkle with the gelatin. Keep aside for about 1 minute. Now, add the boiling juice and stir until the gelatin dissolves completely. Place in the fridge to just chill. Remove from the fridge and stir in the pineapple, cranberries, apple, grapes, pecans and marshmallows until well combined. 6. Place in the fridge for about 4 hours. 7. Enjoy chilled.

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Fruit Salad Autumns

Five-Spice

Prep Time: 10 mins

Mango Salad

Total Time: 2 hrs 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 87.5 Fat 0.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1.9mg Carbohydrates 22.5g Protein 0.8g

Ingredients 1 medium ripe mango, sliced 1 medium ripe banana, sliced 3/4-1 C. halved strawberry 1 medium apple, chopped 3 tbsp Splenda sugar substitute 1/4 tsp Chinese five spice powder

1/4 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp lemon juice

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. 2. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for about 2-4 hours. 3. Enjoy chilled.

Five-Spice Mango Salad

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JAMAICAN

Apple Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings per Recipe: 5 Calories 272.3 Fat 13.4g Cholesterol 12.4mg Sodium 91.0mg Carbohydrates 39.2g Protein 2.8g

Ingredients 2 large sweet apples, chunked 2 oranges, peeled and chunked 1/2 C. pineapple chunks 1 banana, sliced 1/2 C. sweetened flaked coconut, toasted 1/2 C. sweetened flaked coconut

1/4 C. coconut milk 2 oz. cream cheese, softened 2 tsp sugar

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Set your oven to 300 degrees F before doing anything else. Place the coconut onto an ungreased baking sheet in an even layer. Cook in the oven for about 3-5 minutes. remove from the oven and keep aside to cool. In a bowl, add the pineapple, apples, banana, oranges, toasted coconut, and coconut milk and mix well. 6. In another bowl, add the cream cheese and sugar and beat until creamy and smooth. 7. Place the cream cheese mixture in the bowl of the fruit mixture and gently, stir to combine. 8. Enjoy.

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Jamaican Apple Fruit Salad

Spicy

South American Fruit Salad with Chimichurri

Prep Time: 25 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories 1046.4 Fat 96.9g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 639.2mg Carbohydrates 51.8g Protein 7.3g

Ingredients Fruit 1/4 C. diced pineapple 1/4 C. diced watermelon 1/4 C. green seedless grapes, halved 1/4 C. diced cantaloupe 1/4 C. diced roasted red pepper, strips Chimichurri 1 tbsp red chili pepper flakes 1/4 C. olive oil 1/4 C. squeezed lime juice 1/4 C. squeezed lemon juice 1/4 C. chopped cilantro

1/4 C. chopped parsley 2 tbsp chopped garlic 1 tsp chopped shallot 1 C. chopped mint leaves Base 2 C. chopped Baby Spinach 3 tbsp olive oil 1 lemon, juice Topping 1/4 C. shredded Gouda cheese

Directions 1. For the chimichurri sauce: in a blender, add all the ingredients and pulse until pureed finely. 2. In a bowl, add the chimichurri sauce, red peppers and fruit and stir to combine well. 3. Cover the bowl and keep aside for about 20-25 minutes. 4. In another bowl, add the spinach, lemon juice and oil and gently toss to coat. 5. Place the spinach onto plates evenly and top with the fruit mixture. 6. Enjoy with a garnishing of the Gouda cheese.

Spicy South American Fruit Salad with Chimichurri

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MOROCCAN

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 45 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 401.2 Fat 4.4g Cholesterol 41.1mg Sodium 80.8mg Carbohydrates 67.6g Protein 23.8g

Ingredients 15 1/4 oz. tropical fruit salad 1 tsp cornstarch 1/4 tsp grated gingerroot 2 tbsp rice vinegar 1 C. uncooked couscous 10 oz. white chicken meat, drained 1/2 C. diced mango

1/2 C. halved red seedless grapes 12 large fresh spinach leaves 2 tbsp toasted coconut

Directions 1. Drain the can of fruit salad, reserving juice into a bowl. 2. For the dressing: in a pot, add the gingerroot, cornstarch, 1/4 C. of the reserved fruit juices and vinegar and with a wire whisk, beat until well combined. 3. Place the pot over medium heat and cook until mixture becomes thick, mixing continuously. 4. Remove from the heat and place in the fridge to cool slightly. 5. Meanwhile, in another pot, add the remaining reserved fruit juices and enough water to make 1 1/2 C. of the liquid over medium heat and cook until boiling. 6. Add the couscous and stir to combine. 7. Immediately, cover the pot and remove from the heat. 8. Keep aside, covered for about 5 minutes. 9. Now, place in the fridge for about 12-15 minutes. 10. Meanwhile, in a bowl, add the chicken, fruit salad, grapes, mango and dressing and gently, toss to combine. 11. Divide the spinach leave onto serving plates and top with the couscous, followed by the chicken salad. 12. Enjoy with a garnishing of the coconut. 92

Moroccan Fruit Salad

Fruit Salad Manila

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 556.8 Fat 1.4g Cholesterol 0.7mg Sodium 40.2mg Carbohydrates 144.1g Protein 6.2g

Ingredients 1 lb. jicama, peeled and julienned 2 fresh pears, cored and julienned 20 -25 seedless grapes, halved 1 tbsp lemon juice

2 (1 g) packets Splenda sugar substitute 1/4 C. fat-free half-and-half 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a bowl, add the pears, grapes and jicama and mix. Add the lemon juice, half-and-half, Splenda and cinnamon and gently stir to combine. Cover the bowl and refrigerate to chill for about 3-4 hours. Stir the salad and enjoy.

Fruit Salad Manila

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CALIFORNIA

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 320.4 Fat 17.7g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 8.7mg Carbohydrates 44.6g Protein 3.5g

Ingredients 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted and cubed 4 tart apples, cored and cubed 2 peaches, pitted and cubed 1 grapefruit, peeled and chopped 1 1/2 tbsp honey 1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp chopped toasted pecans lettuce, and radicchio leaves

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the avocados, apples, peaches, grapefruit, honey and lemon juice and gently toss to coat. 2. Divide the lettuce and radicchio leaves onto serving plates and top each with salad. 3. Enjoy with a topping of the pecans.

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California Fruit Salad

Iceberg

Prep Time: 15 mins

Fruit Salad

Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 68.7 Fat 0.5g Cholesterol 1.4mg Sodium 7.0mg Carbohydrates 16.3g Protein 1.1g

Ingredients Salad 1 small solid head iceberg lettuce, shredded 1 tangerine, sectioned 2 medium apples, cored and chopped 2 small onions, chopped 1 orange, sectioned

Dressing 3/4 C. mayonnaise 1/4 C. milk 1/4 tsp garlic salt pepper 1 tsp sugar

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the lettuce, onion, apple, orange and tangerine and mix. 2. For the dressing: in another bowl, add the milk, mayonnaise, sugar, garlic salt and pepper and beat until smooth. 3. Place the dressing over the salad and gently, toss to coat well. 4. Enjoy.

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FRUITY

Pasta Salad

Prep Time: 30 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 337.0 Fat 7.1g Cholesterol 0.8mg Sodium 43.5mg Carbohydrates 60.4g Protein 11.0g

Ingredients 8 oz. medium pasta shells 1 C. nonfat plain yogurt 1 tbsp honey 1/4 C. frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin oranges, drained

1 C. red seedless grapes, halved 1 C. green seedless grapes, halved 1 apple, cored and chopped 1/2 C. celery, sliced 1/2-3/4 C. black walnut

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

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In a pan of the salted boiling water, cook the pasta as directed on the package. Drain the pasta and place into a bowl. Keep aside to cool. In another bowl, add the honey, yogurt and orange juice concentrate and mix until well combined. In the bowl of the pasta, add the remaining ingredients except oranges and yogurt mixture and toss to combine well. Add the oranges and gently, toss to combine. Cover the bowl and refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

Fruity Pasta Salad

Dijon

Orange Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 171.9 Fat 9.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 35.8mg Carbohydrates 23.3g Protein 1.3g

Ingredients 3 large carrots, peeled and grated 1/4 peeled and cored pineapple, chopped 1 navel orange, peeled and sectioned 1 large tart apple, cored and chopped 1/4 C. raisins 2 Valencia oranges, juice 1/4 C. extra virgin olive oil

1 tsp Dijon mustard salt & ground black pepper

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the fruit, carrots and raisins and mix. 2. In another bowl, add the mustard, oil, orange juice, salt and pepper to and mix until well combined. 3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently, toss to coat well. 4. Refrigerate to chill completely. 5. Enjoy chilled.

Dijon Orange Fruit Salad

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BASMATI

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 45 mins Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 379.1 Fat 7.4g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 401.2mg Carbohydrates 74.5g Protein 6.3g

Ingredients 2 C. uncooked basmati rice, rinsed well and drained 1 tbsp peanut oil 1/4 C. chopped green onion 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tbsp curry powder 1 tbsp minced ginger 1 tsp salt 3 1/2 C. water 2 apples, diced 1 1/2 C. well drained crushed pineapple

1/2 C. diced dried apricot 1/4 C. unsweetened flaked coconut 1/4 C. chopped mint 1/4 C. chopped cilantro salt and pepper Dressing 1/2 C. mango chutney, see appendix 2 tbsp squeezed lemon juice 1 tsp canola oil 1 tsp honey

Directions 1. In a pot, add the oil over medium heat and cook until heated through. Add the rice, green onions, ginger, garlic and curry powder and stir fry for about 3-4 minutes. 2. Add the water and 1 tsp of the salt and stir to combine. 3. Set the heat to low and simmer, covered for about 15 minutes. 4. Remove from the heat and with a fork, fluff the rice. 5. Keep aside to cool. 6. In a bowl, add the rice, pineapple, apples, coconut, apricots, cilantro and mint and mix until well blended. 7. For the dressing: in a food processor, add all the ingredients and pulse until smooth. 8. Place the dressing, salt and pepper over the salad and toss to combine. Enjoy.

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Basmati Fruit Salad

Glazed

Radish Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 35 mins Total Time: 35 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 366.7 Fat 21.7g Cholesterol 3.9mg Sodium 202.6mg Carbohydrates 45.9g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 2 carrots, grated 2 stalks celery, sliced 2 apples, grated 6 radishes, grated 1 C. raisins 1/2 C. chopped dates 1/2 C. chopped dried apricot 1/2 sliced almonds

1 C. plain yogurt 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 C. lemon juice 1/4 C. honey 3/4 C. oil 1 dash salt

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

In a bowl, add all the dried fruit, apples, vegetables and almonds and mix well. In a second bowl, add the remaining ingredients and mix until well combined. Place the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well. Refrigerate to chill completely. Enjoy chilled.

Glazed Radish Fruit Salad

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FRUIT SALAD

Jakarta

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 608.0 Fat 4.3g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1282.2mg Carbohydrates 151.8g Protein 3.5g

Ingredients 2 C. honey 2 tbsp peanut butter 1 tsp vinegar 2 tsp salt

2 tsp red peppers 4 C. shredded carrots, apples, pears and cucumbers

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the vinegar, peanut butter, honey, salt and pepper and mix until well combined. 2. Add the fruit and vegetables and gently, stir to combine. 3. Place in the fridge for about 2 hours. 4. Enjoy chilled.

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Fruit Salad Jakarta

Seattle

Creamy Quinoa Salad

Prep Time: 5 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 169.1 Fat 1.9g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 108.6mg Carbohydrates 35.3g Protein 4.6g

Ingredients 1/4 tsp salt 1 C. quinoa, rinsed 1/3 C. chopped mint 1/4 C. nonfat vanilla yogurt 2 tbsp orange juice

1 1/2 C. sliced strawberries 2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin orange sections, drained

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

In a pot, add 2 C. of the water and salt and cook until boiling. Add the quinoa and stir to combine. Set the heat to low and cook, covered for about 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a food processor, add the yogurt, orange juice and mint and pulse until smooth. Reserve some kiwi and strawberry slices for topping. In a bowl, add the quinoa, fruit and yogurt sauce and gently, toss to combine. Top with the reserved fruit slices and place in the fridge for about refrigerate 3 hours. Enjoy chilled.

Seattle Creamy Quinoa Salad

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2ND GRADE

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 49.7 Fat 0.0g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 1.5mg Carbohydrates 12.4g Protein 0.0g

Ingredients 6 C. cut-up fruit 1 C. water 3 tbsp sugar 4 tsp cornstarch

1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 tsp lemon, zest 1/2 tsp vanilla

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the fruit and mix well. 2. In a pot, add the cornstarch, sugar and lemon juice and mix until the cornstarch is dissolved. 3. Place the pan over medium heat and cook until boiling, mixing continuously. 4. Cook for about 1 minute, mixing continuously. 5. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and lemon zest. 6. Keep aside to cool for about 20 minutes. 7. Place the sauce over fruit and stir to combine well. 8. Refrigerate to chill completely. 9. Enjoy chilled.

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2nd Grade Fruit Salad

Caribbean

Honeydew and Guava Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 181.2 Fat 0.9g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 22.6mg Carbohydrates 44.8g Protein 3.2g

Ingredients 1/2 honeydew melon, peeled, seeded and sliced 1/4 watermelon, peeled, seeded and sliced 2 guavas, seeded and sliced 3 nectarines, peeled and sliced 18 strawberries, hulled and sliced 1 dash of toasted coconut strained yogurt Syrup 3 tbsp sugar

2/3 C. water 1 cinnamon stick 4 cardamom pods, crushed 1 clove 1 orange, juice 1 lime, juice

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

For the syrup: in a bowl, add the water, sugar and cook until boiling, mixing continuously. Cook for about 2 minutes, mixing continuously. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime and orange juice. In a bowl, add the fruit and mix. Through a strainer, strain the cooked syrup over fruit. Enjoy with a topping of the coconut alongside the strained yogurt.

Caribbean Honeydew and Guava Salad

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5-INGREDIENT

Chinese Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 190.0 Fat 16.0g Cholesterol 33.7mg Sodium 41.0mg Carbohydrates 10.1g Protein 2.5g

Ingredients 2 C. sour cream 2 tbsp honey 1 tbsp orange juice concentrate 1 tsp lemon zest

6 C. fruit, chopped

Directions 1. For the sauce: in a bowl, add all the ingredients except the fruit and mix until well combined. 2. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for about 2 hours. 3. Add the fruit and gently, stir to combine. 4. Enjoy.

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5-Ingredient Chinese Salad

Memphis Inspired Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 20 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 386.8 Fat 14.7g Cholesterol 29.5mg Sodium 116.1mg Carbohydrates 61.9g Protein 6.1g

Ingredients 1 (14 oz.) cans sweetened condensed milk 1 C. sour cream 1/2 C. lime juice 1 (20 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, drained 1 (11 oz.) cans mandarin orange segments, drained 1 1/2 C. grapes, halved 1 medium banana, sliced 1 C. sweetened flaked coconut 1 C. miniature marshmallow, optional

1/2 C. maraschino cherry, halved, welldrained & patted dry 1/2 C. nuts, chopped

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

In a bowl, add the sour cream, condensed milk and lime juice and stir to combine well. Add the remaining ingredients except the cherries and nuts and stir to combine. Cover the bowl and place in the fridge for about 8-12 hours. Add the cherries and gently, sir to combine. Enjoy with a toping of the nuts.

Memphis Inspired Fruit Salad

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MI TIA’S

Fruit Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 6 Calories 196.3 Fat 6.2g Cholesterol 3.7mg Sodium 19.8mg Carbohydrates 32.3g Protein 5.0g

Ingredients 6 oz. vanilla yogurt 1 C. crunchy granola cereal 2 kiwi fruits, chopped 1 pear, chopped 1 plum, chopped 1 granny smith apple, chopped 1/2 C. strawberry, chopped

1/4 C. blueberries 1/2 C. blackberry 1/4 tsp cinnamon 1/4 C. raisins

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and mix well. 2. Enjoy.

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Mi Tia’s Fruit Salad

Sweet

Balsamic Dates Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 149.8 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 11.9mg Carbohydrates 39.1g Protein 1.5g

Ingredients 1 (6 oz.) cans pineapple chunks, drained 3 oz. pitted dates 1 medium carrot, sliced 1 orange, peeled and sliced 1 banana, peeled and sliced

3 tsp honey 3 tsp white balsamic vinegar 2 tsp lime juice 1 tsp lime zest

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the dates, orange, pineapple and carrot and mix well. 2. In another bowl, add the honey, lime zest, lime juice and vinegar and beat until well combined. 3. Place the dressing over the salad and toss to coat well. 4. Refrigerate to chill completely. 5. Enjoy chilled.

Sweet Balsamic Dates Salad

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BLACKBERRY

Raspberry Salad

Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 27 mins Servings per Recipe: 8 Calories 256.0 Fat 6.1g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 23.1mg Carbohydrates 50.2g Protein 3.5g

Ingredients 1 1/4 C. divided sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 2 tsp granted lemon zest 1 C. sliced almonds 1 tsp dry ginger 1 pinch salt 1 pint blackberry

1 pint raspberries 2 1/2 inches Granny Smith apples, sliced, cored, quartered, and cut 1 pint sorbet 1/4 C. small basil leaves

Directions 1. For the syrup: in a pot, add 1/2 C. of the sugar and 1/2 C. of the water and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously. 2. Remove from the heat and transfer the syrup into a bowl. 3. Add the lemon zest and juice and stir to combine. 4. Place in the fridge until using. 5. For the almond brittle: in a pan, add the remaining 3/4 C. of the sugar and enough water to wet the sugar over medium heat and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently. 6. Add the almonds and stir to combine with the sugar mixture evenly. 7. Stir in the ginger and a pinch salt and remove from the heat. 8. Immediately, place the almonds onto a baking sheet and keep aside to cool completely. 9. Then, break the almond brittle into bite size pieces. 10. In a bowl, add the apple slices, raspberries, blackberries and sugar syrup and toss to coat well. 11. Place in the fridge to chill completely. 12. Enjoy with a topping of the raspberry sorbet, almonds brittle and basil leaves.

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Blackberry Raspberry Salad

Fruit Salad

Minnetonka

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 122.9 Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 3.7mg Carbohydrates 30.4g Protein 1.7g

Ingredients 1/4 C. Orange Marmalade 3 tbsp Caramel Topping 1/4 tsp cinnamon

2 C. mixed fruit, chopped

Directions 1. In a bowl, add the caramel topping, marmalade and cinnamon and mix well. 2. Add the fruit and gently, stir to combine. 3. Enjoy.

Fruit Salad Minnetonka

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MAUI

Pineapple Salad

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 254.4 Fat 14.6g Cholesterol 22.4mg Sodium 157.4mg Carbohydrates 25.9g Protein 7.5g

Ingredients 7 oz. pineapple chunks, drained 4 oz. mandarin oranges, can drained 7 oz. tropical fruit salad, drained 2 oz. coconut milk

4 oz. goat cheese 1/4 C. toasted coconut

Directions 1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients except the coconut and mix well. 2. Refrigerate to chill completely. 3. Enjoy with a topping of the coconut.

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Maui Pineapple Salad

Fruit Salad

with the Works (Plums, Grapes, Figs, Lemon)

Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 13 mins Servings per Recipe: 4 Calories 111.6 Fat 1.5g Cholesterol 0.0mg Sodium 585.4mg Carbohydrates 26.4g Protein 1.5g

Ingredients 1 1/2 C. purple grapes, halved 2 purple plums 1/4 C. shopped radicchio lettuce 1 small onion, sliced rounds 3 tbsp dried goji berries 6 dried figs, de-stemmed, sliced 1 Meyer lemon, juiced

1 tbsp vegan mayonnaise 1 tsp oil 1 tsp course sea salt 1 tsp agave syrup

Directions 1. 2. 3. 4.

In a wok, add the oil and cook until heated through. Add the fig slices and stir fry for about 4-5 minutes. In a bowl, add the fig slices and remaining ingredients and mix until well combined. Enjoy.

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