Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad
A refreshing medley of seasonal fruits with a citrus-mint dressing that delivers pure, unadulterated delight. This general-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs honeydew melon, strawberries, kiwi 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 180 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
- 1 cup honeydew melon
- 1 cup strawberries
- 2 kiwi
- 1 orange
- 1/4 cup mint leaves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 cup honeydew melon into 1/2-inch cubes. Hull and slice 1 cup strawberries into halves. Peel and slice 2 kiwis into thin rounds. Remove peel and white pith from 1 orange, then segment the orange into small pieces, discarding any membranes.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tsp sugar until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Step 3: Add all prepared fruits to a large bowl and gently toss with 3/4 of the honey-lime dressing until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Step 4: Just before serving, finely chop 1/4 cup mint leaves and sprinkle over the fruit salad. Drizzle with remaining dressing, then gently toss once more to distribute the mint evenly without crushing the fruit.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 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 Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad?
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 honeydew melon from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad?
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 Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad 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 Merriam-Webster's Fun-Flavored Fruit Salad?
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
- ★★★★★
Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
