Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
5 min
Yields
8 servings
This grape, pineapple and melon salad is made even more delicious with a simple syrup made of star anise, honey and fresh thyme.
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ingredients
½
cup mild honey
1
star anise pod
1
sprig fresh thyme
1
cup pineapple chunks
½
cup cantaloupe chunks
½
cup honeydew chunks
½
cup red grapes
½
cup green grapes
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directions
Step 1
In a small pan over medium heat, bring the honey and 1/2 cup water to a boil. Remove from the heat and add the star anise and thyme sprig. Let it cool, then strain and set aside.
Step 2
Add the pineapple, cantaloupe, honeydew and red and green grapes to a large bowl and pour over half the spiced honey. Toss gently to coat. Add more honey if you like.