Making a fruit salad is super easy, and it's a perfect way to enjoy a variety of fresh, colorful fruits. Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Classic Fruit Salad, along with some tips for customization!
🥗 Classic Fresh Fruit Salad Recipe
🍊 Ingredients:
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 2 cups grapes, halved (red or green)
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 apple, chopped (choose your favorite variety)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (optional for extra flavor)
🥣 Instructions:
- Prep the Fruits: Wash all the fruits thoroughly. Slice and chop them into bite-sized pieces.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, and lime zest.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, gently combine all the fruits.
- Add the Dressing: Pour the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Let the fruit salad sit in the fridge for about 10-15 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Serve cold and enjoy!
🍽️ Tips for the Perfect Fruit Salad:
- Choose Seasonal Fruits: For the best taste, use fruits that are in season. In summer, try peaches, mangoes, and watermelon. In winter, add pomegranate seeds or citrus fruits like oranges.
- Keep It Fresh: To prevent fruits like apples and bananas from browning, add them just before serving, or toss them with a little lemon juice.
- Add Crunch: For extra texture, sprinkle some nuts (like almonds or walnuts) or seeds (like chia or flax seeds) on top.
- Customize It: You can swap the honey for maple syrup or add a splash of orange juice for a different flavor.
🍓 Variations:
- Tropical Twist: Add mango, papaya, and coconut flakes for a tropical flavor.
- Berry Blast: Use all your favorite berries—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
- Creamy Fruit Salad: Mix in a dollop of Greek yogurt for a creamy version.
🥄 Nutrition Info (Per Serving, Approx. 1 cup):
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 0g