Here’s a fresh, classic fruit salad that’s bright, juicy, and perfect for any occasion 🍓🍍
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)
Optional dressing (light & fresh):
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon or orange juice
- 1/2 tsp grated citrus zest
Instructions
- Prep the fruit
- Wash, peel, and cut all fruit into bite-size pieces.
- Make the dressing (optional)
- Whisk honey, citrus juice, and zest.
- Combine
- Place fruit in a large bowl.
- Drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
- Chill & serve
- Refrigerate 20–30 minutes if desired.
- Add bananas just before serving to prevent browning.
Tips
- Use seasonal fruit for best flavor.
- A splash of citrus juice keeps fruit fresh and bright.
- Avoid overmixing to keep fruit intact.
Easy Variations
- Creamy fruit salad: add a spoon of yogurt or whipped cream
- Tropical: mango, papaya, coconut flakes
- Minty fresh: add chopped fresh mint leaves
If you’d like, I can share a cream-style fruit salad, holiday version, or a kid-friendly recipe.
