When it comes to desserts, it's hard to resist, but even more so when the dish in question turns out to be extremely easy to prepare and promises to be ready in just a few minutes. If, on top of everything, the recipe can easily be adapted to our favorite ingredients or those we have on hand and claims to be healthier than other options, then there's nothing left to do but give in to the craving for something sweet.

At kiwilimón, we love desserts and we know you do too, so this time we will tell you all about fruit salad, a delight with a combination of flavors and textures like no other, whose versatility and simplicity will earn it a place in your personal recipe book.

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What is fruit salad?


The fruit salad is a dessert that is prepared with a combination of chopped fruits cubed that are macerated in sugar, juice, syrup, or liquor. Refreshing and sweet, this preparation is light and can be made with a myriad of combinations, making it perfectly adaptable to different occasions and ingredients.

Also known as fruit salad, tutti frutti, fruit cocktail, or tizana, the fruit salad owes its name to the Macedonian Empire, where Alexander the Great ruled. At its peak, this Greek kingdom was composed of a vast mix of cultures, races, languages, religions, etc. Therefore, in French, the word macedonie refers to a varied mix of heterogeneous pieces, which is why the word also applies in gastronomy. There are macedonias of both fruits and vegetables, but both preparations have in common that they are a mix of varied ingredients, referencing ancient Macedonia.

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How to prepare fruit salad?
Fruit salad is a very practical dessert that you can prepare at any time of the year, as you can adjust the recipe according to the ingredients you prefer or have available. Moreover, since it requires no cooking or prior treatment, it will be ready in less time than you can imagine, and you can share its great taste with your loved ones.

If you want to learn how to prepare fruit salad, we share 2 exquisite recipes with different versions that will have you licking your fingers.

Tropical fruit salad in pineapple boat
When it comes to fresh desserts with a unique combination of flavors and textures, this tropical fruit salad has all the winning qualities. It is very easy to make and has a spectacular presentation that will steal everyone's attention.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pineapple
• 1/4 watermelon
• 1 kiwi
• 1 peach
• 1 banana
• 1/4 cup of blueberries
• 1/2 orange, just the juice
• 1/4 cup of cottage cheese
• granola
• shredded coconut

Preparation:
1. Cut a whole pineapple in half lengthwise. Remove the pulp, cut it into cubes, and set aside. The pineapple shell should remain hollow, resembling a deep plate or a boat.
2. Peel and cut the kiwi, peach, banana, and watermelon. Place the chopped fruit in a bowl and add the blueberries and the cut pineapple. Squeeze the juice of ½ orange and mix.
3. Place the fruit salad inside the pineapple boat.
4. Add the cottage cheese, granola, and shredded coconut and serve.

Fruit salad in syrup
If you're looking for a creamy version of a fruit salad, then you have to try this fruit salad in syrup. This amazing dessert has an extra sweet touch thanks to the condensed milk and the syrup from the fruits, in addition to having an irresistible consistency. It's perfect for holiday celebrations, but you can prepare it for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 1 can of peaches in syrup
• 1 can of mango in syrup
• 1 can of pineapple in syrup
• 2 cups of condensed milk
• 1/2 cup of fruit syrup
• 1 cup of half cream
• 1/2 cup of sour cream
• 1 cup of apple, diced
• 1 cup of green grapes
• 1 cup of pecans
• finely chopped pecans for decoration
• mint leaves for decoration

Preparation:
1. Drain the peaches, mangoes, and pineapples. Reserve the syrup and cut the fruit into medium cubes.
2. In a bowl, mix the condensed milk, one cup of fruit syrup, half cream, and sour cream.
3. Add the chopped fruit, apple, grapes, pecans, and the condensed milk mixture. Mix the holiday salad and place it in a baking dish.
4. Decorate with finely chopped pecans and mint leaves and serve cold.

Now that you know all about fruit salad, you are ready to prepare it and delight your palate with its incredible flavor. If you want to try other sweet recipes, at kiwilimón we have a wide variety of desserts for all tastes that will add a special touch to your days.

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