Refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad With Vanilla Mint Syrup
This syrup works with any combination of fruit; i especially like it with the tropicals. It is a light and refreshing dessert; the use of the vanilla bean makes these fruits seem exotic. Cook time includes chill time. From author and herbalist susan belsinger.
Steps
Make flavored fruit syrup by combining water , sugar , vanilla , mint and zest in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil , reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool.
When cooled to room temperature , strain syrup and stir in lime juice.
At this point syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Toss mango or papaya , melon and pineapple in a large bowl.
Pour syrup over fruit.
Toss mixture well.
Cover and chill for at least 1 / 2 hour before serving.
Ingredients
water, sugar, vanilla bean, fresh mint leaves, lime zest, lime juice, mangoes, cantaloupe, pineapple