Berry Medley

Instructions

1. Bring 1 3/4 cups water and the sugar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
2. Stop stirring, increase the heat to high, and boil for 2 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat.
4. Stir in the lemon zest and juice and let cool completely.
5. Hull the strawberries and cut large ones in half.
6. Combine the berries in a bowl and add the syrup.
7. Stir gently to coat evenly.
8. Cover and refrigerate until chilled.
9. Spoon into bowls and serve.
10. Variation:
11. Winter Salad: Use sliced apples and segmented oranges, instead of berries.
12. For an exotic version, try papaya and mango, and use lime in the syrup.