The Very Best Fruit Salad
A colorful medley of fresh, juicy fruits tossed in a light, sweet dressing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American, Summer
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 cups seedless grapes (red or green), halved
2 cups blueberries
2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
2 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
1 large banana, sliced (added just before serving)
Citrus Honey Dressing:
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
2 Tbsp fresh orange juice
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp orange zest
Instructions
Prepare dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together honey, orange juice, lemon juice, and orange zest until smooth.
Assemble salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries, pineapple, grapes, blueberries, kiwi, and mandarin oranges.
Dress salad: Pour the citrus honey dressing over the fruit and toss gently to coat.
Add banana: Just before serving, fold in banana slices to prevent browning.
Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Fruit swap: Use seasonal fruit like peaches, mango, or watermelon for variety.
Banana tip: Always add just before serving for best texture.
Make-ahead: Combine fruit and dressing separately, then mix before serving.
Extra flavor: Sprinkle with fresh mint for a refreshing twist.
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