Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this vibrant and refreshing Green Fruit Salad featuring juicy green grapes, tangy kiwi, and crisp green apples tossed in zesty lime juice and fresh mint. A light drizzle of honey adds a touch of natural sweetness, making it a perfect healthy dish for springtime gatherings or a festive snack.
Ingredients
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Fruits
- 1 cup green grapes, washed and halved
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 green apples, cored and chopped into bite-sized pieces
Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 10 fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the fruit: Rinse the green grapes, kiwis, and green apples thoroughly under cold running water to ensure they are clean and fresh.
- Prepare the fruit: Slice the kiwis and green apples into bite-sized chunks. Halve the grapes to match the size of the other fruits for easy eating.
- Add lime juice: Squeeze fresh lime juice evenly over the chopped fruit pieces to prevent the apples from browning and to add a zesty flavor.
- Toss with mint: Place all the fruit in a large mixing bowl, add the roughly chopped mint leaves, and gently toss everything together until the mint is evenly distributed and the fruit is well coated.
- Add honey (optional): Drizzle honey over the salad if you prefer additional sweetness, then give the salad one last gentle toss before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm fruits to maintain texture and prevent mushiness.
- Lime juice helps keep the apples from turning brown and brightens the flavors.
- Honey is optional and can be adjusted or omitted based on your preference for sweetness.
- For a fun twist, try adding sliced green pears or a handful of chopped pistachios for crunch.
- This salad is best served chilled; refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving if time allows.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
