Fresh Fruit Salad

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🥗 Fresh Fruit Salad – Complete Recipe Guide

📌 Description

Fresh Fruit Salad is a colorful, refreshing, and healthy dish made by combining a variety of seasonal fruits. It is naturally sweet, juicy, and packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Perfect for breakfast, snack, dessert, or a light meal, this salad is quick to prepare and loved by all ages.

📝 Ingredients

(You can adjust fruits according to availability & season)

  • Apple – 1 medium (chopped)

  • Banana – 1 medium (sliced)

  • Orange – 1 medium (peeled & segmented)

  • Grapes – ½ cup (halved)

  • Pomegranate seeds – ½ cup

  • Mango – ½ cup (diced)

  • Strawberry – ½ cup (sliced)

  • Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon

  • Honey or sugar – 1–2 teaspoons (optional)

  • Fresh mint leaves – for garnish (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step Recipe)

  1. Wash all fruits thoroughly under clean water.

  2. Peel and chop the fruits into bite-sized pieces.

  3. Add all chopped fruits into a large mixing bowl.

  4. Drizzle lemon juice over the fruits to prevent browning.

  5. Add honey or sugar (optional) and gently toss.

  6. Mix lightly to avoid crushing soft fruits.

  7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

  8. Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best taste.

⏱️ Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes

  • Chill Time: 15–30 minutes

  • Total Time: 30–45 minutes

🍽️ Servings

Serves: 3–4 people

📊 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 120–150 kcal

  • Carbohydrates: 30–35 g

  • Fiber: 4–6 g

  • Protein: 1–2 g

  • Fat: 0–1 g

  • Vitamin C: 60–80% of daily value

  • Potassium: 300–400 mg

(Values vary based on fruit choices)

💡 Tips for Best Fruit Salad

  • Use fresh, seasonal fruits for best taste.

  • Avoid overripe fruits to keep texture firm.

  • Always add lemon juice to prevent apples & bananas from turning brown.

  • Chill before serving for extra freshness.

  • Add nuts, seeds, or yogurt for variation.

🌟 Health Benefits

  • Boosts Immunity: High in vitamin C

  • Improves Digestion: Rich in fiber

  • Hydrates Body: Fruits contain high water content

  • Supports Weight Loss: Low-calorie & filling

  • Improves Skin Health: Antioxidants nourish skin

  • Heart Healthy: Potassium supports heart function

❓ Common Questions & Answers (Q/A)

Q1: Can I prepare fruit salad in advance?

A: Yes, but best eaten within 12–24 hours if refrigerated.

Q2: Which fruits should not be mixed?

A: Avoid mixing very watery fruits (like watermelon) with soft fruits as they release too much liquid.

Q3: Can I add cream or yogurt?

A: Yes! Add fresh cream or plain yogurt for creamy fruit salad.

Q4: Is fruit salad good for weight loss?

A: Yes, when eaten without added sugar or cream.

Q5: How long can fruit salad stay fresh?

A: Up to 24 hours in refrigerator in airtight container.

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