Description
A vibrant, refreshing, and nutritious fruit salad packed with an array of fresh, colorful fruits. Easy to prepare and versatile, this wholesome recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
- 1 cup juicy pineapple, chopped
- 1 crisp green apple, cored and diced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 orange, peeled and segmented
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (natural)
Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves, for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruits: Wash all fruits thoroughly. Peel, core, and chop the larger fruits such as mango, pineapple, and apples into bite-sized pieces. Segment the orange and halve the berries if necessary.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice with maple syrup (natural). Stir well until the sweetness and tartness balance perfectly.
- Toss Everything Together: Place all chopped fruits into a large bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat everything evenly without bruising delicate berries.
- Garnish: Finish by sprinkling fresh mint leaves on top to add a refreshing aroma and vibrant color.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm fruits to prevent mushiness.
- Toss gently with a large spoon or spatula to maintain fruit integrity.
- Add dressing immediately before serving to keep fruits bright and fresh.
- Chill the salad before serving to enhance flavors and provide a refreshing bite.
- Use seasonal fruits for best taste and value.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: fruit salad, healthy snack, fresh fruit, vegan dessert, gluten free, seasonal fruits
