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How to Jazz Up a Fruit Salad
Our panel says fresh is best, petals are pretty and booze can be beneficial – plus other upgrades for this retro summer classic

TL;DR
- Treat fruit salad like any other salad, focusing on layering, texture, contrast, and color.
- Use a discerning selection of fruits, often a 'magic triad', rather than an excessive amount.
- Consider how fruit is cut and season with salt and brown sugar.
- Incorporate spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cumin, ginger, or turmeric for added flavor dimensions.
- Add heat with chili powder, fresh chili, or chili-infused honey.
- Use fresh herbs like basil, tarragon, or coriander to amplify flavors.
- Include a dressing, such as citrus with honey/maple, olive oil, or even a vodka-based mix.
- Incorporate textural elements like toasted nuts, dukkah, or sesame seed brittle.
- Edible flowers can be used for visual appeal.