Seven-Layer Fruit Salad
Layering colorful chopped fruits in a straight-sided trifle bowl gives a refreshing fruit salad a stunning presentation. It's a company-worthy brunch recipe and would also be a star at any potluck picnic.
Ingredients 14 Servings
½ cup orange juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint (optional), plus more for garnish
2 cups diced watermelon
2 cups halved blackberries
2 cups diced honeydew melon
2 cups quartered strawberries
2 cups diced pineapple
2 cups halved green grapes
2 cups diced cantaloupe
Preparation
Prep 50 m Ready In 50 m
Combine orange juice, lime juice and mint (if using) in a small bowl.
Toss watermelon with 1 tablespoon of the juice mixture in a medium bowl. Arrange in a trifle bowl. Repeat with blackberries, honeydew, strawberries, pineapple, grapes and cantaloupe, tossing each fruit with 1 tablespoon of the juice mixture and layering it decoratively in the bowl. Garnish with mint, if desired.
Equipment: Trifle bowl
To make ahead: Refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
Nutrition information
Serving size: 1 cup
Per serving: 66 calories; 0 g fat(0 g sat); 2 g fiber; 17 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 26 mcg folate;0 cholesterol; 13 g sugars; 0 g added sugars; 997 IU vitamin A; 44 mg vitamin C; 19 mg calcium; 0 mg iron; 9 mg sodium; 279 mg potassium
Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (73% daily value), Vitamin A (20% dv)
Carbohydrate Servings: 1
Exchanges: 1 fruit
Source: http://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/270694/seven-layer-fruit-salad/
