A Strawberry-Birthday Fruit Salad

Today is my granddaughter - Zoe Strawberry's - 19^th birthday.

Yes, her middle name really is Strawberry! :o)  In honor of the occasion,

I thought I'd add a little Costa Rican tropical fruit to her special day.

½ pineapple

1 Jonagold apple

2 kiwis

4 giant strawberries

½ lemon- zest and juice

2T Maple syrup

¼-½t cardamom

Core, peel, chop or slice the fruit into a clear glass bowl. Combine lemon juice, zest, syrup and cardamom in a little pan. Heat and pour over fruit. Toss and let stand 5-10 minutes. Check for sweet-tartness and make adjustments. . .Lin