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Pineapple Pomegranate Fruit Melange
A refreshing fruit melange brings together sweet pineapple, juicy oranges, and crisp grapes. A simple homemade syrup infused with fresh rosemary and vanilla takes the bowl far beyond a standard fruit salad. Bright ruby pomegranate seeds add a tart crunch to every bite. Serve it as a light brunch side or a healthy dessert option. The herbaceous notes from the rosemary balance the natural sweetness of the citrus and tropical fruit perfectly.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, slightly bruised with side of knife
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup water
- 4 large navel oranges
- 1 pound fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 pound large seedless grapes, halved
- 1½ cups pomegranate seeds
Instructions
- 1Combine the sugar, bruised rosemary sprig, vanilla extract, salt, and water in a small saucepan. Warm the mixture over medium-high heat until the sugar completely dissolves, then remove the pan from the heat and let it cool.
- 2Slice the tops and bottoms off the oranges using a sharp paring knife, then carefully carve away the remaining peel. Hold the fruit over a large bowl and slice between the membranes to release the orange segments directly into the bowl.
- 3Add the pineapple chunks, halved grapes, and pomegranate seeds to the bowl with the oranges. Pour the cooled rosemary syrup over the fruit and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Serve the fruit salad right away.