Mixed Berry and Citrus Fruit Salad
A refreshing blend of seasonal berries and citrus, dressed in a honey-lime vinaigrette for a bright, no-cook dessert or side. This general-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs peeled and sectioned orange, peeled and sectioned grapefruit, 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 150 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 (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) mixed berries
- 1, peeled and sectioned orange
- 1/2, peeled and sectioned grapefruit
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup, chopped almonds
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup mixed berries, 1 peeled and sectioned orange, and 1/2 peeled and sectioned grapefruit.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp lime juice, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Step 4: Divide into 4 bowls, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped almonds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mixed Berry and Citrus Fruit Salad 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 Mixed Berry and Citrus 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 peeled and sectioned orange from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mixed Berry and Citrus 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 Mixed Berry and Citrus 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 Mixed Berry and Citrus 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
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Perfect salads recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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Okay for a quick meal. I've had better salads dishes though.
