Carse of Gowrie Fruit Salad
Delight in the vibrant flavors of the Carse of Gowrie Fruit Salad, a refreshing medley inspired by the bountiful harvests of Scotland’s famed fruit-growing region. This wholesome dish features a stunning array of fresh strawberries, raspberries, apples, pears, and plums, all tossed together in a zesty lemon-honey dressing infused with aromatic chopped mint. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this no-cook fruit salad offers the perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Optional roasted hazelnuts add a delightful crunch, elevating the texture and flavor profile. Ideal as a light and healthy dessert or a summer picnic staple, this Carse of Gowrie-inspired treat is a celebration of seasonal produce that will impress your taste buds and guests alike. Keywords: Carse of Gowrie fruit salad, Scottish fruit salad, fresh fruit recipes, lemon honey dressing, healthy desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Strawberries
- 200 g Raspberries
- 2 Apples
- 2 Pears
- 3 Plums
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Runny honey
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh mint leaves
- 50 g Optional: unsalted roasted hazelnuts
Instructions
Wash all the fruits thoroughly under cold running water and set aside to dry.
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters depending on their size.
Place the raspberries in a large mixing bowl along with the strawberries.
Core and dice the apples and pears into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skins on for added texture. Add them to the mixing bowl.
Pit the plums and cut them into wedges or chunks, then add them to the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, runny honey, and chopped mint leaves to create a light dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the mixed fruits and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
If using, roughly chop the hazelnuts and sprinkle them over the fruit salad for an added crunch.
Transfer the fruit salad to a serving dish or divide it among individual bowls and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a few extra mint leaves.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1128 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.3 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.4 g | 162% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.0 g | ||
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2065 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
