Description
This Citrus and Pomegranate Fruit Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the juicy sweetness of oranges and grapefruits with the tartness of pomegranate arils, all tossed in a zesty honey-lime dressing. Fresh mint adds a burst of flavor, making this salad a perfect side for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
- 2 large grapefruits, peeled and segmented
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
For the Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
- zest of 1 lime (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Citrus and Pomegranate: In a large mixing bowl, combine the orange and grapefruit segments with the pomegranate arils.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and fresh lime juice until well combined. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
- Add Mint and Chill: Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint and lime zest if using. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve cold and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute grapefruit with blood oranges for a sweeter flavor.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle with chopped pistachios before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
