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salad of strawberries and nectarines

Nectarine & Strawberry Salad with Mint

Michele Pesula Kuegler
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Salad
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 nectarines
  • 12 strawberries
  • 1-½ tablespoons minced fresh mint about 10 leaves
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup*
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

Instructions
 

  • Chop nectarines and strawberries into bite-sized pieces, discarding pit and leaves.
  • Combine in a medium bowl.
  • Add minced mint and mix well.
  • Combine simple syrup and lime juice in a small bowl.
  • Pour syrup mixture over fruit, and toss to combine.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Simple syrup
1 cup water
½ cup sugar
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves completely.
Chill.
Keyword fruit salad