Winter Fruit Salad with Mint (Printable version)

A refreshing blend of winter fruits combined with fresh mint for a bright flavor.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
03 - 1 large apple, cored and diced
04 - 1 pomegranate, seeds only (about 1 cup)
05 - 1 ripe pear, cored and diced
06 - 1 cup red grapes, halved

→ Dressing

07 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Peel, slice, dice, and segment all fruits as specified. Place them together in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice with honey or maple syrup until combined.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the prepared fruit and gently toss to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle the finely chopped fresh mint leaves over the salad and toss lightly to distribute.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to enhance flavors.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes, perfect for when you want something fresh without the fuss.
  • The mint and lemon make everything taste brighter and more alive than you'd expect from fruit alone.
  • It's naturally vegan and gluten-free, so it works for almost any table without explanation or substitution.
02 -
  • The order of assembly matters more than you'd think—add the mint at the very end or it'll turn dark and lose its fresh flavor.
  • If you have time, chill your bowl and serving plates first; cold dishes taste crisper and brighter somehow.
03 -
  • Squeeze your lemon juice by hand instead of buying it bottled—you'll taste the difference immediately in the brightness of the dressing.
  • Chill your serving bowl in the freezer for five minutes before assembling; a cold dish tastes sharper and stays crisp longer.

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