Fruit Salad with Lemon-Cinnamon Syrup

Recipe View 2 mins Prepare the Lemon-Cinnamon Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, lemon zest, cinnamon stick, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Simmer gently for 10 minutes, allowing the syrup to infuse with the lemon and cinnamon flavors. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the zest and cinnamon stick. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 30 mins Refrigerate the syrup until completely chilled. (30 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Combine the Fruit: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the mangoes, peaches, apples, raspberries, and chopped mint. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the fruit. (1 minute)

Recipe View 1 mins Dress the Salad: Pour the chilled lemon-cinnamon syrup over the fruit mixture. (1 minute)

Recipe View 2 mins Gently stir to coat the fruit evenly with the syrup. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.