🍇 Ultimate Fruit Salad Delight
Ingredients
(Serves 4–6)
Fruits:
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1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
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1 cup blueberries
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1 cup green grapes, halved
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1 cup pineapple chunks
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1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
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1 cup mango, diced
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1 banana, sliced (add just before serving to avoid browning)
Dressing:
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2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
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1 tbsp fresh lime or lemon juice
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1 tsp orange zest (optional, for extra zing)
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1–2 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Prep the fruit
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Wash, peel, and chop all fruits as needed.
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Place them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Make the dressing
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In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime/lemon juice, orange zest, and chopped mint.
3. Combine
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Drizzle the dressing over the fruit.
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Gently toss to coat without mashing the delicate fruits.
4. Chill and serve
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Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to let flavors meld.
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Serve chilled, optionally garnished with extra mint leaves or a few edible flowers for a festive touch.
💡 Tips
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Use seasonal fruits for the best flavor and sweetness.
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Add a handful of toasted coconut, granola, or nuts for crunch.
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For a creamy twist, fold in a few spoonfuls of Greek yogurt or whipped cream just before serving.
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Citrus zest and juice prevent fruits like apples and bananas from browning too quickly.
If you want, I can create an extra decadent version with a citrus-y whipped cream drizzle that turns this fruit salad into a dessert-worthy centerpiece. Do you want me to do that?
