Sherry Dressing for Fruit Salad
Elevate your fruit salad with this luxurious Sherry Dressing, a quick and easy concoction that adds a burst of flavor to any fruit combination. Featuring the warm, nutty notes of dry sherry balanced with the natural sweetness of honey and the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice and orange zest, this dressing turns a simple fruit medley into a gourmet delight. A touch of vanilla extract adds a layer of richness, while a pinch of salt subtly enhances the vibrant flavors. Ready in just 5 minutes, this no-cook recipe is the perfect finishing touch to your summertime brunch, holiday dessert table, or everyday fruit bowl. Create a fresh and memorable dish that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Dry sherry
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly grated orange zest
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the dry sherry, honey, and fresh lemon juice.
Add the vanilla extract and orange zest, stirring well to incorporate all the ingredients.
Sprinkle in a pinch of salt to balance the flavors, and stir until the honey is completely dissolved.
Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness or acidity as desired by adding more honey or lemon juice.
Drizzle the sherry dressing over your prepared fruit salad just before serving, and toss gently to coat all the fruit evenly.
Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, flavorful pairing of the dressing with your favorite fruit combination.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 45 mg | 1% | |
*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.
