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A Frozen Fruit Salad is a refreshing and delightful treat, especially on a warm day. Here’s a simple recipe for you:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
  • 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup mandarin orange segments, drained
  • 1 cup chopped kiwi
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)
  • Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, green grapes, red grapes, strawberries, blueberries, mandarin orange segments, and chopped kiwi.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss until all the fruit is coated in the dressing.
  4. If you’re using shredded coconut, add it to the fruit salad and toss again.
  5. Spread the fruit mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish or a similar-sized container.
  6. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer. Freeze for at least 4-6 hours or until the fruit is firm.
  7. Before serving, let the frozen fruit salad sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make it easier to scoop.
  8. Serve the frozen fruit salad in bowls or as individual scoops. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.

This Frozen Fruit Salad is not only delicious but also a colorful and healthy dessert option. Enjoy the burst of fruity flavors!