Fruit Salad with Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 apple (diced)
• 1 banana (sliced)
• 1 orange (peeled and segmented)
• 1 cup grapes (halved)
• 1/2 cup pineapple (cubed)
• 1/2 cup strawberries (sliced)
• 1 cup vanilla ice cream (or flavor of your choice)
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
• A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the fruits:
   • Wash all fruits thoroughly. Peel and slice the apple, banana, orange, and strawberries. Halve the grapes, and cube the pineapple. Make sure the fruit pieces are of similar size for an even mix.
2. Combine the fruits:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced apple, sliced banana, orange segments, halved grapes, cubed pineapple, and sliced strawberries. Gently toss the fruit together to mix them well.
3. Add sweetness (optional):
   • If you’d like a sweeter salad, drizzle the fruit with honey or maple syrup. You can also sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra layer of flavor. Toss everything gently again.
4. Serve with ice cream:
   • Scoop the vanilla ice cream (or your preferred flavor) into bowls. You can either serve the ice cream on top of the fruit salad or mix it directly into the bowl with the fruits. If mixing, allow the ice cream to soften slightly before folding it into the fruits for a creamy texture.
5. Garnish and serve:
   • Garnish the salad with a few fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your fruity, creamy dessert!

Tips:

• Feel free to add or substitute other fruits like kiwi, mango, or watermelon depending on your preference.
• For a crunchy texture, sprinkle some crushed nuts or granola on top before serving.

Enjoy your refreshing fruit salad with ice cream!