Description
This Fresh Fruit Salad with Honey-Lime Poppy Seed Dressing is a bright, refreshing dish loaded with colorful seasonal fruit and tossed in a sweet citrus dressing. Perfect for brunches, picnics, holidays, and summer gatherings, it combines a variety of fresh fruits with a zesty, sweet dressing that enhances the natural flavors while adding a delightful crunch from poppy seeds.
Ingredients
Fruit
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 2 cups seedless grapes, halved
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 2 mandarin oranges, segmented
Honey-Lime Poppy Seed Dressing
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Wash, prepare, and cut all fruit as needed to ensure they are ready for mixing.
- Combine Fruit: Place strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, grapes, kiwi, and mandarin oranges in a large serving bowl to mix together the vibrant fruits.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and poppy seeds until well combined to create a sweet and tangy dressing.
- Add Dressing to Fruit: Pour the honey-lime poppy seed dressing over the fruit mixture to coat all the pieces evenly.
- Toss Gently: Gently toss the fruit and dressing together until the fruit is evenly coated with the dressing without bruising the delicate pieces.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate the fruit salad for 15–20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together and enhance the freshness.
Notes
- Use any seasonal fruit you have on hand, such as mango, raspberries, or peaches, to customize the salad to your preference.
- Add the dressing just before serving to keep the fruit fresh and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
