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We ALWAYS have room for a yummy fruit salad, and this honey lime fruit salad is a FAVORITE!!!
It is packed with berries (our favorite fruits) and smothered in a light and sweet dressing that is out of this world delicious AND simple. While it makes a tasty side dish, we often enjoy this salad as a dessert – it’s the perfect amount of sweet!
Whether you’re looking for a light and refreshing addition to a brunch, a healthy snack on a warm day, or a simple dessert that won’t weigh you down, honey lime fruit salad is a winner.
Why we think you’ll love it:
- The honey lime dressing! This two-ingredient dressing not only enhances the sweetness but also adds a tangy kick. It’s the perfect pairing for this easy salad.
- An easy favorite. It’s quick to assemble, endlessly adaptable, and that sweet and tart dressing is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Vibrant and beautiful. The mix of reds, blues, and sometimes purples creates a stunningly colorful dish that looks as good as it tastes.
Honey Lime Fruit Salad Ingredients and Substitutions
- zest and juice of one lime – see How to Zest Citrus
- 1 tablespoon honey – or pure maple syrup
- 4-6 cups chopped fresh fruit of your choice – We used strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
How to Make Honey Lime Fruit Salad
- MIX. In a medium bowl, whisk the lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Add the fruit to the bowl and toss to combine.
- CHILL. Refrigerate for a minimum of twenty minutes before serving to allow the flavors in this fresh fruit salad to blend.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Try to chop the fruit into similar-sized pieces for an even flavor distribution.
- We prefer strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, but other fruits like kiwi, red grapes, peaches, mandarin oranges, cantaloupe, and fresh pineapple can be used.
- It will alter the flavor a bit, but you can use pure maple syrup instead of honey.
Honey Lime Fruit Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- zest and juice of one lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4-6 cups chopped fresh fruit of your choice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk the lime zest, lime juice, and honey. Add the fruit to the bowl and toss to combine.
- Refrigerate at least twenty minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Notes
- Try to chop the fruit into similar-sized pieces for an even flavor distribution.
- We used strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, but other fruits like kiwi, green or red grapes, peaches, mandarin oranges, cantaloupe, and fresh pineapple can be used
- It will alter the flavor a bit, but you can use pure maple syrup instead of honey.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Wash and cut most of the fruit up to 24 hours in advance. Store each type of fruit in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. The dressing can be made and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 2 days. If needed, drain excess liquid.
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