Description
Vibrant winter fruit salad brings Mediterranean sunshine to chilly days, combining crisp citrus and sweet pomegranate seeds. Delightful colors and refreshing flavors offer you a quick, nutritious escape from cold season blues.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 2 medium oranges, segmented and cut into 1-inch pieces (2 oranges)
- 1 small honeycrisp apple, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 apple)
- 2 firm, ripe kiwis, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (2 kiwis)
- ⅓ cup pomegranate arils (⅓ cup)
Dressing/Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (1 tbsp)
- 1 tablespoon honey (1 tbsp)
Garnish:
- ½ tablespoon freshly chopped mint leaves (½ tbsp)
Instructions
- Peel and prepare oranges by slicing off top and bottom, then carefully remove membrane and external skin, creating clean citrus segments.
- Core the apple while maintaining its vibrant skin, then dice into uniform bite-sized cubes approximately ½-inch thick.
- Trim kiwi’s tough exterior using a sharp knife, revealing the bright green interior, and slice into matching geometric pieces.
- Transfer chopped fruits into a spacious mixing vessel, gently drizzling fresh lime juice and golden honey across the surface.
- Delicately fold ingredients together, ensuring each fruit piece receives an even coating of sweet-tangy liquid dressing.
- Create visual interest by scattering ruby-red pomegranate seeds and verdant mint leaves across the salad’s surface for textural contrast.
- For optimal freshness, serve immediately or preserve in refrigeration, remembering to add mint leaves just before presenting the dish to maintain their crisp texture and aromatic qualities.
Notes
- Select ripe, firm fruits to ensure the best flavor and texture in your winter fruit salad.
- Use a sharp knife when segmenting oranges to create clean, neat cuts and prevent fruit from becoming mushy.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice for a brighter, more vibrant citrus taste compared to bottled alternatives.
- Prep fruits just before serving to maintain their crisp texture and prevent browning, especially with apples.
- Customize the
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg