Carse of Gowrie (Scottish Fruit Salad)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Carse of Gowrie (Scottish Fruit Salad)
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

2h 25min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces sugar
1 cup water
5 ounces red wine
1 lemon , juice only
1 dash sherry wine
2 fresh peaches
2 fresh apricots
1 orange , peeled and divided into slices
2 bananas , sliced
4 ounces raspberries
4 ounces red currants
4 ounces cherries

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
146
Sugar
31g
Fat
0.5g
Carse of Gowrie is an easy and healthy Scottish dessert recipe that's great for people looking for a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. This fruit salad is packed full of different fruits that are high in essential vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber and antioxidants. The dessert is named after an area in Scotland called 'Carse of Gowrie', which is known for its excellent agricultural produce. Carse of Gowrie can be enjoyed on its own or as a refreshing addition to a meal; it's a perfect dessert to serve on warm summer evenings.

Instructions

1.In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, red wine, and lemon juice over medium heat, stir until sugar dissolves.
2.Add a dash of sherry wine and bring the mixture to a boil.
3.Let the mixture simmer for around 5 minutes and remove from the heat and let it cool.
4.Once the sugar mixture has cooled completely, prepare the fruits.
5.Cut the peaches and apricots into thin slices and place them in a large bowl.
6.Add sliced bananas and orange segments to the bowl and mix well without damaging any fruit.
7.Drizzle the sugar syrup over the fruit mixture and toss well.
8.Add raspberries, red currants and cherries to the fruit mixture gently and chill for at least two hours before serving.

PROS

Carse of Gowrie is a healthy and refreshing dessert with very few calories.

The red fruit in it contains antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress and protect your body from chronic diseases.

It’s very easy to prepare and can be a great addition to a dinner party or barbecue.

CONS

As with any sweet dish, moderation is key when consuming Carse of Gowrie.

Fruit salad can sometimes contain added sugars, so be careful when preparing the sugar syrup.

This recipe requires plenty of different fruits, some of which might be difficult to find during certain seasons.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Carse of Gowrie is a fantastic way to get a healthy dose of different kinds of fruits.
The red berries contain antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress, while the bananas and apricots are high in dietary fiber that supports healthy digestion. The sugar syrup used in this recipe is a significantly healthier alternative to processed sugar, as it contains beneficial vitamins and minerals.

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