Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint
A refreshing medley of seasonal fruits tossed in a bright citrus dressing, finished with fresh mint for an elegant touch. This general-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs peeled and segmented orange, zested and juiced lemon, honey into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 128 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced pineapple, orange, kiwi, grapes) mixed seasonal fruit
- 1, peeled and segmented orange
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
- pinch salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 cups diced mixed seasonal fruit (pineapple, orange, kiwi, grapes) and 1 peeled and segmented orange.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 lemon's zest and juice, 1 tbsp honey, and a pinch of salt until honey dissolves.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep peeled and segmented orange from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Citrus-Dressed Fruit Salad with Mint?
General salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.
