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The Very Best Fruit Salad

The Very Best Fruit Salad

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The Very Best Fruit Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of fruits with a delightful sweet-tart glaze. Perfect for any occasion, this salad combines an array of colorful fruits including pineapple, strawberries, grapes, and mangoes, creating a beautiful presentation that’s sure to impress. With its burst of flavors and easy preparation, this fruit salad is a hit at BBQs, picnics, or family gatherings. It’s not only delicious but also packed with essential vitamins and nutrients, making it a healthy treat you can feel good about serving.

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 8

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 pineapple (chopped)
  • 2 cups purple grapes (halved)
  • 2 cups green grapes (halved)
  • 1 pound strawberries (hulled and quartered)
  • 5 kiwi (peeled and quartered)
  • 2 large mangos (chopped)
  • 10 ounces blueberries
  • 6 ounces raspberries (optional)
  • 2 cans mandarin oranges (drained)
  • Fresh mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together apricot preserves, sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
  2. Chop the pineapple into smaller pieces and add to the bowl.
  3. Halve purple and green grapes; add to the mixture.
  4. Hull and quarter strawberries; add them next.
  5. Peel kiwi, chop into quarters, and incorporate them into the salad.
  6. Chop mangos and add to the bowl along with blueberries and raspberries if using.
  7. Stir in drained mandarin oranges gently.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg