Fresh Honey Lime Fruit Salad Recipe Easy for a Crowd Perfect Summer Treat
A refreshing and vibrant fruit salad featuring a tangy honey-lime dressing and fresh mint, perfect for summer gatherings and easy to prepare for a crowd.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- Ripe mango, peeled and diced
- Green grapes, halved
- Fresh pineapple, diced
- Kiwi, peeled and sliced
- 3 tablespoons honey (raw or local preferred)
- Juice of 2 limes (about 4 tablespoons)
- Fresh mint leaves, finely chopped (about 10-12 leaves)
- Optional: 1-2 teaspoons chia seeds
Instructions
- Wash all fruits thoroughly. Hull and halve strawberries, peel and dice mango and pineapple, halve grapes, and slice kiwi. Cut pieces roughly the same size for even bites.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of honey with the juice of 2 limes (about 4 tablespoons). Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Finely chop a handful of fresh mint leaves (about 10-12 leaves).
- In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the prepared fruit with the honey-lime dressing and chopped mint until evenly coated. Be gentle to avoid mashing softer fruits.
- Optionally, sprinkle 1-2 teaspoons of chia seeds for added texture and nutrition.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
Use ripe but firm fruit to avoid mushiness. Adjust honey and lime juice to balance sweetness and tartness. Chill at least 30 minutes before serving. For best freshness, add mint and dressing just before serving if prepping ahead. Optional chia seeds add crunch and nutrition. Can substitute fruits seasonally or add creamy elements like coconut yogurt for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup per serv
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 2
- Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 23
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 1
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