German Fruit Salad Recipe
This vibrant salad features a delightful mix of tropical and juicy fruits, such as pineapple, strawberries, and bananas, paired with a sweet and tangy sauce made from orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, and vanilla, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Large clear glass bowl
- stirring spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Grater for zesting
- Refrigerator-safe cover
Ingredients
- 2 oranges peeled and sectioned
- 2 cups cubed fresh pineapple
- 1 cup seedless grapes
- 3 kiwi fruit peeled and sliced
- 2 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
- 2 cups blueberries
- 3 bananas sliced
Sauce
- ½ tsp grated lemon zest
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- ⅔ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp grated orange zest
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Start by making the sauce: In a saucepan, combine orange juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and lemon zest.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Allow the sauce to cool.
- For the salad, layer the fruits in a large, clear glass bowl, starting with pineapple, then strawberries, kiwi fruit, bananas, oranges, grapes, and finishing with blueberries.
- Once the sauce has cooled, pour it over the fruit.
- Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to swap in any seasonal fruits you prefer, such as apples or pears.
- For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a handful of chopped mint to the salad.
- If you want the sauce thicker, simmer it a bit longer, but watch closely to avoid burning.