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Easy Fruit Salad

Easy Fruit Salad

This Easy Fruit Salad features a colorful medley of fresh strawberries, mandarin oranges, pineapple, kiwi, grapes, and berries tossed in a bright honey-citrus dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights, picnics, and summer gatherings, this refreshing salad comes together in just 15 minutes and is naturally sweet and full of vitamins.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Emily Carter

Ingredients

  • ½ cup fresh orange juice freshly squeezed if possible
  • ¼ cup honey or agave nectar for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pound strawberries hulled and sliced thick
  • 1 ½ pounds fresh mandarin oranges about 6-8, peeled and segmented, or 23.5-ounce can drained
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple peeled, cored, and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 kiwi peeled and diced into bite-sized pieces
  • ¾ pound green seedless grapes halved if desired; red grapes may substitute
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries about 1 pint
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries about 1 pint
  • Optional toppings fresh mint leaves, coconut flakes, or chia seeds

Instructions

  • Combine citrus: In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, honey, and lime juice until the honey is completely dissolved, about 1-2 minutes of stirring.
  • Taste and adjust: Taste the dressing and add more honey if you prefer it sweeter, or more lime juice if you want extra tang.
  • Prep berries: Hull and slice the strawberries thickly, leaving blueberries and blackberries whole as they are the perfect size.
  • Segment citrus: Peel the mandarin oranges and carefully separate the segments; if using canned, drain well and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Dice pineapple: Remove the skin and core from fresh pineapple, then cut into bite-sized chunks, discarding any tough core pieces.
  • Cut kiwi: Peel each kiwi with a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, then dice into uniform bite-sized pieces.
  • Halve grapes: Cut the green grapes in half if you prefer, or leave them whole for a quicker prep.
  • Combine fruit: Transfer all the prepared fruit to a large bowl, mixing gently with a large spoon to combine without bruising the delicate berries.
  • Pour dressing: Pour the honey-citrus dressing over the fruit and toss gently until everything is evenly coated, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Chill and serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld, though you can serve immediately if needed.
  • Garnish: Just before serving, top with fresh mint leaves, coconut flakes, or chia seeds if desired for extra flavor and crunch.