Easy FRUIT SALAD | Colourful Healthy Fruits mixed salad
Easy homemade Fruit Salad recipe with fresh berries, tropical fruits, citrus dressing and chia seeds. Healthy, colorful, and ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, halved
- 1.5 cups fresh blueberries, whole
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks, cubed
- 1.5 cups red or green seedless grapes, halved
- 2 medium crisp apples, diced
- 1 cup fresh mandarin orange segments or clementine slices
- 3 cups fresh watermelon cubes
- 3 medium kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced
- 3 tablespoons raw honey or pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 tablespoons raw chia seeds
Instructions
- 1
Rinse all fruits thoroughly under cool running water and pat completely dry with clean paper towels to remove excess moisture that could dilute the final flavor.
- 2
Prep the harder fruits first by dicing the apples into bite-sized cubes, then immediately toss them with 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice to prevent browning and oxidation.
- 3
Cut the pineapple into uniform cubes and add to a large chilled bowl, followed by the cubed watermelon, keeping denser fruits separate from delicate berries for now.
- 4
Halve the strawberries and grapes, slice the kiwi fruits on the bias, and segment the mandarin oranges, arranging them on top of the firmer fruits in the bowl.
- 5
Gently fold in the blueberries last, using a light hand to avoid crushing their delicate skin and releasing excess juice.
- 6
Whisk together the honey, remaining lime juice, remaining lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a separate small bowl until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- 7
Pour the citrus dressing evenly over all the fruits, then sprinkle the chopped fresh mint leaves across the top.
- 8
Toss the entire mixture very gently with a rubber spatula for about 30 seconds, turning from the bottom up to ensure all fruits are lightly coated without bruising the berries.
- 9
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the fruits to release their natural juices, creating a light syrup.
- 10
Just before serving, sprinkle the raw chia seeds and coconut flakes evenly over the top of the salad for added texture and nutritional boost.
- 11
Serve immediately in chilled bowls, drizzling any accumulated fruit juices from the bottom of the mixing bowl over each portion for maximum flavor.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| honey | pure maple syrup or agave nectar | These alternatives offer lower glycemic impact while maintaining natural sweetness and adding depth of flavor |
| coconut flakes | chopped raw almonds or crushed pistachios | Nuts provide plant-based protein, healthy fats, and additional fiber while reducing saturated fat content |
| regular watermelon | seedless watermelon or additional berries | Seedless varieties are more convenient while maintaining hydration benefits, or berries provide more antioxidants per serving |
| chia seeds | ground flaxseeds or hemp seeds | These alternatives offer comparable omega-3 content, fiber, and micronutrients with different nutritional profiles |
| mandarin oranges | blood oranges or fresh grapefruit segments | These citrus varieties add unique flavor dimensions while providing equally impressive vitamin C and antioxidant content |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 238 |
| Total Fat | 3g |
| Saturated Fat | 1g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 16mg |
| Carbohydrates | 54g |
| Fiber | 9g |
| Sugar | 35g |
| Protein | 5g |
Nutrition Comparison
| Classic | Metabolic Health | restaurant | Healthier | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 238 | 185 | 185 | 185 |
| Protein | 5g | 8g | 3g | 5.2g |
| Carbs | 54g | 28g | 42g | 38g |
| Fat | 3g | 6g | 2g | 2.8g |
| Fiber | 9g | 7g | 6g | 5.5g |
| Sugar | 35g | - | - | - |
| Health Scores | ||||
| Gut Health | 9/10 | 9/10 | 9/10 | 88/10 |
| Anti-Inflammatory | 9/10 | 8/10 | 2/10 | 92/10 |
| Blood Sugar | 8/10 | 8/10 | 7/10 | 89/10 |
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