Joyful Christmas Fruit Salad: A Refreshing Holiday Delight
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120kcal
This Christmas Fruit Salad is a colorful and healthy side, perfect for holiday gatherings, combining various fresh fruits for a delightful taste.
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Equipment
- large bowl
- Small Bowl
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
For the Fruit
- 2 cups Green Grapes Substitute with honeydew melon for variety.
- 2 count Kiwi Use green apple slices as an alternative.
- 2 count Apples Ambrosia apples won’t brown as quickly if preferred.
- 1 cup Raspberries Can be swapped with blackberries for a different flavor.
- 1 cup Strawberries Frozen berries can be used if fresh is not available.
- 1 cup Pomegranate Arils Consider using store-bought arils to save time.
For the Dressing
- 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can substitute for a vegan option.
- ¼ cup Fresh Orange Juice Lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
- 1 tablespoon Poppyseeds Sesame seeds can be an alternative.
Instructions
Directions
- Prepare Fruit: Carefully wash and slice all fruits, ensuring that you keep them in larger pieces to enhance their textures.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh orange juice, and poppyseeds until well blended.
- Combine: In a large bowl, gently mix all the prepared fruits, taking care not to squish them.
- Dress Salad: Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture just before serving.
- Chill (optional): If not serving immediately, store the fruit and dressing separately in the fridge for up to 6 hours.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with a sprinkle of mint for added freshness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 220mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 3mg