SPECIAL SUMMER BERRY MEDLEY

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No matter how big the meal, folks always find room for this delightfully "special" dessert. With its hint of citrus and mint, this medley makes a light, pretty side dish at casual cookouts or potlucks. Best of all, it's as fast and easy to make as it is to clean up! -Nancy Whitford, Edwards, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup sparkling wine or white grape juice
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup fresh blackberries
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint

Steps:

In a small heavy saucepan, bring wine and sugar to a boil. Cook, uncovered, for about 15 minutes or until reduced to 1/2 cup, stirring occasionally. Cool slightly. Stir in the lemon juice and zest, vanilla and salt. , In a large bowl, combine berries and mint. Add syrup and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.