Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
A refreshing and vibrant fruit salad made with seasonal fruits and a zesty honey lime dressing, perfect for gatherings or a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert, Salad
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Fruit Salad
- 2 cups Strawberries, sliced (Fresh for sweetness and color.)
- 2 cups Pineapple, cubed (Juicy and tangy.)
- 1 cup Blueberries (Holds up without getting mushy.)
- 1 cup Green grapes (Crisp and refreshing.)
- 2 pieces Kiwi, sliced (Adds a tart bite.)
- 1 cup Mandarin oranges (Fresh or canned, for citrus flavor.)
- 2 cups Apple, diced (Use a crunchy type like Honeycrisp.)
For the Honey Lime Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Honey (Warming may be needed for thick honey.)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice (Adds tanginess.)
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest (optional) (Enhances aroma.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the fruit, ensuring no moisture remains on berries.
- Chop the fruits that need chopping and leave grapes and blueberries whole.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, combine all chopped fruits.
- In a small cup, whisk together honey, lime juice, and zest.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to combine.
- Taste the salad; add more lime juice if desired for extra tang.
Notes
This salad is flexible; feel free to swap in seasonal fruits. Enjoy fresh for best texture, adding the dressing close to serving time. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
