Honey Lime Poppy Seed Fruit Salad: A Refreshing Delight
A bright, citrusy fruit salad featuring a mix of seasonal fruits tossed in a sweet-tart lime poppy seed dressing. Perfect for brunches, picnics, or as a light dessert!
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: undefined
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish/Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- For the Salad:
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 kiwis, peeled and diced
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1 mango, diced
- 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp lime zest
- 1 tsp poppy seeds
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep Fruits: Wash and prepare all fruits except banana. Place in large bowl.
- Make Dressing: Whisk together honey, lime juice, zest, poppy seeds, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
- Combine: Gently toss fruits with dressing until evenly coated.
- Add Banana: Fold in banana slices just before serving to prevent browning.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Garnish with extra lime zest and poppy seeds if desired.
Notes
- Seasonal swaps: Use peaches in summer, pears in fall, or citrus in winter
- Make ahead: Prep dressing and fruits (except banana) up to 24 hours in advance
- Texture tip: Add 1 tbsp chia seeds to dressing for extra crunch
- Presentation: Serve in hollowed-out watermelon or pineapple for parties
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/honey-lime-poppy-seed-fruit-salad/
