Healthy Desserts: Fruit Compote with Coconut

09/10/2009 | 12:00 AM

Fresh fruits like strawberries, cantaloupe and kiwi make for an antioxidant rich dessert. Toss with ginger and orange juice for an extra dose of the vitamin C you need for good vision.

Ingredients

1/2 pint strawberries, sliced
1 cup cantaloupe balls or cubes (1/2 cantaloupe)
2 kiwis, peeled, cut in half and sliced
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
2 teaspoons sugar
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Preparation
Combine strawberries, cantaloupe, kiwis, orange juice, ginger and sugar in a medium bowl. Stir gently. Serve in individual bowls and sprinkle with toasted coconut.

Serves 2