Description
A refreshing and vibrant winter fruit salad featuring a mix of fresh seasonal fruits tossed with a light honey-lime dressing. Perfect for breakfast, as a healthy side dish, or a naturally sweet dessert.
Ingredients
Fruits
- 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 apples, cored and chopped
- 2 pears, cored and chopped
- 1 pomegranate, arils removed
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup red or green grapes, halved
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the fruits: In a large bowl, add the segmented oranges, chopped apples, chopped pears, pomegranate arils, sliced kiwi, and halved grapes. If desired, fold in the chopped fresh mint leaves gently to distribute evenly without bruising the fruit.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until fully combined and smooth, creating a bright and sweet dressing.
- Toss the salad: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruit. Using a large spoon or spatula, gently toss the salad to coat all the fruit pieces evenly with the dressing.
- Serve or chill: Serve the fruit salad immediately for a fresh and vibrant taste, or refrigerate for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. This salad works well as a nutritious breakfast, side dish, or light dessert.
Notes
- Use seasonal fruits or adjust the fruit selection based on availability and preference.
- The fresh mint is optional but adds a nice refreshing note to the salad.
- To keep the fruit from browning, toss apples and pears with a little lime juice before mixing.
- Chilling enhances the flavors but avoid preparing too far in advance to maintain fresh texture.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
