Three citrus mint dressing on seasonal fresh fruits

This light, flavorful dressing is like a mint pesto for fresh fruit.
Recipe and photo provided by CanolaInfo.org
90 cal Serves 16
Prep time 0h 15m
Cook time
Total time 0h 15m
Three ramekins with diced melon, strawberries and berries

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Step 1

    In large bowl, combine fruit. Set aside.

  2. Step 2

    In small saucepan, heat canola oil on low heat to about 120 °F (50 °C) or until just heated. Turn off flame; add chopped mint. (It may sizzle). Let sit to infuse for 1 hour, and to cool down.

  3. Step 3

    In food processor bowl fitted with metal blade, process orange, lemon and lime juices. Add canola oil/mint mixture and process until fine, about 45 seconds. Toss on top of fruit with poppy seeds. Stir to evenly coat.

Nutritional information

Per serving ( 1 cup/250 mL)

Calories
90
Protein
1 g
Sodium
5 mg
Potassium
143 mg
Total fat
7 g
Saturated fat
0.5 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Carbohydrates
8 g
Fibre
2 g
Sugars
6 g
Added sugars
0 g

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