Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest
A refreshing, colorful fruit salad with a bright citrus kick and natural sweetness that’s perfect for a lively summer brunch. This american-inspired salads (vegan) ready in about 15 minutes pairs (150g), diced pineapple, (150g), sliced strawberries, (75g) blueberries 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 120 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1 cup (150g), diced pineapple
- 1 cup (150g), diced (cantaloupe or honeydew) melon
- 1 cup (150g), sliced strawberries
- 1/2 cup (75g) blueberries
- 1/4 cup (40g), diced mango
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup diced pineapple, 1 cup diced melon, 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1/2 cup blueberries, and 1/4 cup diced mango, gently tossing to mix.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp lime zest, and 1 tbsp honey until honey dissolves completely.
- Step 3: Pour the lime-honey dressing over the fruit salad and toss gently until all fruit is evenly coated. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 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 Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest?
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 (150g), diced pineapple from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest?
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 Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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.
Is Fun-Packed Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
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Quick to prep and the results are amazing. A real keeper.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
