This fresh fruit salad is naturally sweet, colorful, and incredibly refreshing. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, BBQs, or a healthy snack—no cooking required and ready in minutes.

🧺 Ingredients (Flexible & Easy)

Use what you have—this is a guide, not a rule.

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup grapes, halved
• 1 cup pineapple, diced
• 1 cup melon (watermelon or cantaloupe), cubed
• 2 kiwis, sliced
• 1 banana, sliced (add last)
• 1 orange or apple, chopped

🍯 Optional Light Dressing (Highly Recommended)

• 1–2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon or lime juice
• Optional: a few chopped mint leaves

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Fruit

1. Wash all fruit thoroughly.
2. Peel and chop into bite-size pieces.
3. Keep pieces similar in size for even texture.

Step 2: Mix Gently

1. Add all fruit (except banana) to a large bowl.
2. Add banana last to avoid browning.
3. Toss gently.

Step 3: Add Dressing (Optional)

1. Whisk honey and lemon/lime juice.
2. Drizzle over fruit.
3. Toss lightly to coat.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

• Chill 15–30 minutes for best flavor
• Serve cold and fresh

⭐ Pro Tips

• Acid (lemon/lime) keeps fruit bright
• Add banana right before serving
• Chill the bowl beforehand for extra freshness
• Don’t overmix—keep fruit intact

🔄 Easy Variations

• 🥥 Add shredded coconut
• 🫐 Add berries only for a berry salad
• 🍎 Add cinnamon for apple-based salad
• 🧀 Add feta for a sweet–savory twist

🍽️ Perfect For

• Breakfast & brunch
• Summer parties
• Healthy desserts
• Kids & meal prep

If you want, I can also share:

• 🍓 Creamy fruit salad
• 🍍 Tropical fruit salad
• 🍯 Honey-lime fruit salad
• 🥗 High-protein fruit bowls

Just tell me 😊