Basil-Lime Fruit Salad (Cooking Light)

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup basil leaves, packed
• 1 tablespoon lime rind, grated
• 4 cups pineapple, cubed
• 3 cups strawberries, quartered
• 4 kiwi, peeled and sliced
• 2 cups mangoes, peeled and cubed

Directions

1. 1

   Make the simple syrup by combining the sugar and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cook for a minute until the sugar is dissolved.

2. 2

   Remove pan from heat, stir in the basil and lime rind. Cool. Strain to discard the solids.

3. 3

   Combine the fruits in a large bowl. Drizzle with the simple syrup. Toss gently.