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Fruit Salad

A quick, colorful fruit salad recipe that combines sweet and tart fruits for a delicious and refreshing treat, topped with a light honey citrus dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Fruits
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup raspberries
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 1 cup grapes, halved if large
  • 1 cup pineapple, cubed
Juicy Fruits
  • 1 large orange, segmented
  • 1 large kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 1 large mango, cubed
  • 2 fresh peaches, cubed
Creamy and Fresh Additions
  • 1 medium banana, sliced Add just before serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint or basil, thinly sliced Optional
  • 1/4 cup toasted coconut flakes Optional for crunch
  • 1/4 cup chopped pistachios Optional for crunch
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large lime, juiced and zested
  • 1 small orange, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch fine salt
  • 1/3 cup Greek yogurt, optional for creaminess Mix with honey and lime juice if desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry all fruits. Pat dry gently with a clean towel.
  2. Slice or cube larger fruits to match the size of the berries. Drain juicy fruits in a colander.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, start with the sturdiest fruits: grapes, pineapple, mango, and orange segments.
  2. Add the berries and kiwi next. If using, add bananas last to prevent them from breaking down.
  3. Gently toss the fruits with a big spoon or your hands to avoid overmixing.
Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, orange juice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  2. Pour dressing around the edges of the fruit bowl and gently fold to coat.
Finishing Touches
  1. If time allows, chill the salad for 10-20 minutes before serving.
  2. Taste and adjust sweetness with a pinch of salt if needed.

Notes

Store cut fruit and dressing separately if making ahead. Combine close to serving time for best flavor and texture. You can skip the banana and delicate berries until the day of serving.