Fresh Fruit Salad

Here’s a refreshing, colorful, and naturally sweet Fresh Fruit Salad — perfect for breakfast, brunch, a light dessert, or a party side. It’s simple to make and endlessly customizable with seasonal fruits.

🍓🍍 Fresh Fruit Salad

👥 Serves: 4–6

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes | No cooking needed

Ingredients (feel free to substitute with what’s in season):

• 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved

• 1 cup blueberries

• 1 cup grapes, halved (red or green)

• 1–2 kiwis, peeled and sliced

• 1 apple, diced (toss in lemon juice to prevent browning)

• 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)

• 1 orange, peeled and segmented

• 1/2 cup pineapple, diced

• Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Optional Citrus-Honey Dressing (highly recommended):

• 1 tbsp honey

• Juice of 1 orange (or 2 tbsp orange juice)

• 1 tsp lemon or lime juice

• Zest of half an orange or lemon (optional)

Instructions:

1. Wash and prep all fruits. Cut into bite-sized pieces.

2. Mix dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, orange juice, lemon/lime juice, and zest.

3. Toss gently: Place all fruit in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the top and gently toss to coat.

4. Chill & serve: Let sit for 15–30 minutes in the fridge to let flavors mingle, or serve immediately. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.

💡 Tips & Variations:

• Make it tropical: Add mango, papaya, or passion fruit.

• Add crunch: Sprinkle chopped nuts or toasted coconut just before serving.

• Make it creamy: Add a dollop of Greek yogurt or whipped cream.

• Kid-friendly: Use colorful fruits and cut into fun shapes with cookie cutters.