People can't resist digging into a salad made with colorful fruits. The unique dressing is what makes this salad a crowd-pleaser. It's a deliciously refreshing treat.
Terry Saylor
Vermillion, South Dakota
1 cup water
3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh mint
3/4 teaspoon aniseed
Pinch salt
5 cups cubed watermelons (about 1/2 medium melon)
3 cups cubed cantaloupes (about 1 medium melon)
3 cups cubed honeydew (about 1 medium melon)
2 cups sliced peaches (about 2 peaches)
1 cup fresh blueberries
In a small saucepan, bring the first six ingredients to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes; remove from the heat. Cover and cool syrup completely. Combine the fruit in a large bowl; add syrup and stir to coat. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Drain before serving.