Description
A refreshing and vibrant Fruit Salad with a mix of watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and kiwi, enhanced with fresh mint leaves and optional honey and citrus juice for added sweetness and tang. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and delicious snack or side dish.
Ingredients
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Fruits
- 2 cups cubed watermelon
- 2 cups cubed cantaloupe
- 2 cups cubed honeydew melon
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved or quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice (optional, to prevent browning and add a tangy flavor)
Instructions
- Wash and Prep: Wash all the fruits thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or residues.
- Cut the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds for ease of eating.
- Cut the Melons: Cube the cantaloupe and honeydew melon into 1-inch pieces, carefully removing seeds.
- Prep the Strawberries: Hull the strawberries and cut them in halves or quarters depending on their size.
- Halve the Grapes: Slice both green and red grapes in half to bite-sized portions.
- Cut the Pineapple: Cut the pineapple into chunks, removing the tough core.
- Slice the Kiwi: Peel the kiwi and slice it into rounds or halves as preferred.
- Combine Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, add all the prepared fruits together to create a colorful base.
- Add Mint: Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh mint leaves evenly over the combined fruit.
- Add Honey (Optional): Drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey if you desire a sweeter fruit salad.
- Add Lemon/Lime Juice (Optional): Squeeze 1 tablespoon of lemon or lime juice over the salad to help prevent browning and add a bright tangy flavor.
- Mix Gently: Toss all ingredients gently to evenly distribute the mint and coat fruits lightly with honey or citrus juice without breaking them.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled.
- Serve: Serve the fruit salad cold in individual bowls or a large serving dish for a refreshing treat.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute or add any seasonal fruits based on preference or availability.
- For a vegan option, omit honey or substitute with agave syrup.
- Lemon or lime juice not only adds flavor but helps prevent fruits like kiwi and apples (if added) from browning.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavor melding and makes it more refreshing.
- Fresh mint adds a cool herbal note but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
