Sweet and Zesty Rainbow Fruit Salad: A Bowl of Summer Sunshine

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Brighten your day with a vibrant, refreshing fruit salad that combines the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors.

This versatile dish works wonderfully as a healthy breakfast, delightful dessert, or crowd-pleasing party contribution.

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Serves: 8 people

Health Benefits

This colorful fruit salad is more than just a treat for your taste buds – it’s a nutritional treasure trove. Each serving delivers a powerful dose of vitamin C, antioxidants, and dietary fiber.

The diverse range of fruits provides different phytonutrients, supporting immune function and skin health.

The natural sugars offer clean energy, while the high water content helps with hydration. Plus, this low-calorie option satisfies sweet cravings without any added refined sugars.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
  • 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
  • 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup red grapes, halved
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 2 ripe mangoes, diced
  • 2 medium bananas, sliced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Citrus Base:
    • Squeeze fresh lime juice into a large mixing bowl
    • If using honey, whisk it with the lime juice
  2. Prepare Hard Fruits:
    • Cut pineapple into bite-sized chunks
    • Quarter strawberries
    • Segment oranges, removing all pith
    • Slice kiwis into half-moons
  3. Add Soft Fruits:
    • Halve the grapes
    • Add blueberries
    • Dice mangoes into uniform pieces
  4. Final Assembly:
    • Gently combine all prepared fruits in the bowl
    • Add sliced bananas last to prevent browning
    • Toss carefully with the lime-honey dressing
  5. Presentation:
    • Transfer to a serving bowl
    • Garnish with fresh mint leaves
    • Serve immediately or chill briefly

Additional Tips

  • Use fruits that are ripe but still firm
  • Cut fruits in similar sizes for easier eating
  • Add bananas just before serving to prevent browning
  • Consider seasonal substitutions based on availability
  • For parties, prepare everything except bananas in advance

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