1 (5 1/4 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained
2 Golden Delicious apples, pared, cored, and sliced
1 ripe pear, pared, cored, and sliced
1 banana, sliced
1 c. fresh strawberries, sliced
1/4 golden raisins (optional)
1/4 c. maple syrup
1/4 c. apple juice
1/4 c. chopped pitted dates (optional)
Romaine lettuce leaves

Combine pineapple, apples, pear, banana, and strawberries in bowl. In another bowl, mix raisins, maple syrup, apple juice, and dates (if used). Mix maple syrup mixture into the apple mixture. Toss lightly to moisten all fruit pieces. Cover and let stand 30 minutes in refrigerator. When ready to serve, line a salad bowl with the lettuce leaves. Arrange the salad in the bowl.

Note: When available, you may use fresh pineapple (diced into 1 inch chunks) in place of the canned. Seasonal summer fruits such as peaches, melon, or cherries may be substituted for apples and pears.