The Best Fruit Salad Recipe
The Best Fruit Salad is a delightful combination of fresh, sweet fruit tossed in a simple and delicious citrus dressing. This easy and colorful fruit salad is perfect for any occasion, from BBQs to holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruit Salad
- 1 pineapple
- 16 ounces strawberries
- 5 to 6 kiwis
- 1 pint blueberries
- 2 cups red grapes
- 2 cups green grapes
Fruit Salad Dressing
- ΒΌ cup brown sugar or honey, agave or maple syrup
- 3 to 4 tablespoons orange juice fresh squeezed is best
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Garnish
- fresh mint (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit – Wash and cut the pineapple, strawberries, kiwis, blueberries, and grapes.
- Fruit Salad Dressing – Combine sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and lemon zest in a bowl. Toss the fruit with the dressing, cover, and refrigerate.
- Garnish – Before serving, garnish with fresh mint.
Notes
- This fruit salad is best served within 4 hours of preparation to maintain optimal freshness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- If not serving immediately, store the dressing separately for up to 2 days and add it just before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 149kcal
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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