Description
A vibrant and refreshing Colorful Honey Lime Rainbow Fruit Salad featuring a medley of fresh strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, red grapes, kiwis, mandarin oranges, and optional bananas, all tossed in a zesty honey-lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, cookouts, or holiday parties, this salad combines a beautiful array of colors and flavors with a sweet and tangy finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 lb fresh pineapple, chopped
- 12 oz fresh blueberries
- 12 oz red grapes, sliced into halves
- 4 kiwis, peeled and chopped
- 3 mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 bananas, sliced (optional)
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tsp lime zest (zest of 2 medium limes)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash and chop all the fresh fruits as described: chop strawberries and pineapple, peel and chop kiwis, slice grapes in halves, peel and segment mandarin oranges, and slice bananas if using. Combine all the prepared fruits in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, lime zest, and fresh lime juice until well combined and smooth, creating the honey-lime dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruits and gently toss to evenly coat every piece with the tangy and sweet dressing.
- Serve Immediately: This fresh salad is best served right away to enjoy the vibrant texture and flavors. You may also refrigerate briefly but avoid long storage to preserve freshness.
Notes
- This is a favorite summer side dish perfect for cookouts, holiday parties, or any occasion needing a fresh, colorful treat.
- You can substitute any of the fruits with those you have on hand depending on seasonality and preference.
- Bananas are optional; add them just before serving to prevent browning.
- For a more tart flavor, increase the amount of lime juice.
- Use this salad as a light dessert or a healthy snack option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 163 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 4 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg