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Heart-Shaped Fruit Salad


  • Author: Martha
  • Total Time: 15 min.

Ingredients

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For the Fruit Salad:

  • 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 cups cantaloupe, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 cups pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 cup blueberries (for a pop of color)
  • 1 orange (for the zest and juice)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

For the Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 tbsp lime juice (for added brightness)
  • 1 tbsp orange juice (for citrusy flavor)

Instructions

Prepare the Fruits

  1. Wash and Prep: Start by thoroughly washing all the fruits. Hull the strawberries, peel and cube the cantaloupe and pineapple, and remove any seeds or skin from the fruits.
  2. Cut into Heart Shapes: Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut the strawberries, cantaloupe, and pineapple into heart shapes. Don’t worry if some of the fruits don’t come out perfectly heart-shaped—imperfect shapes still look beautiful, and the irregular pieces are perfect for snacking!
  3. Mix the Fruits: Place the heart-shaped pieces of fruit, along with the whole blueberries, in a large mixing bowl. Gently toss the fruits together to mix them evenly.

Prepare the Dressing

  1. Juice the Citrus: Squeeze the juice from the orange and lime into a small bowl. Zest a little bit of the orange peel into the same bowl to add some extra citrus flavor.
  2. Add Honey: Drizzle in honey (if using) and stir to combine. Taste the dressing and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.

Toss the Salad

  1. Dress the Salad: Pour the citrus dressing over the fruit mixture. Toss gently to coat all the fruit evenly with the light and refreshing dressing.
  2. Garnish and Serve: If desired, garnish with a few fresh mint leaves for a touch of greenery and a refreshing taste. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 15 min.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6-8 servings
  • Calories: 90 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g