Healthy fruit salad
This Healthy Fruit Salad combines crisp apples, sweet peaches, and juicy plums with grapes, all tossed in pineapple juice for a refreshing snack or dessert. It’s a simple way to enjoy a variety of fruits while adding vibrant color to your meals.
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 15 min
Ingredients:
2 apples3 peaches
3 plums
25 grapes
12 fl oz pineapple juice
Healthy fruit salad is a delicious and nutritious way to incorporate a variety of fruits into your diet. This recipe combines the crispness of apples, the sweetness of peaches and plums, the juiciness of grapes, and the tropical flavor of pineapple juice. It's perfect for a refreshing snack, a light dessert, or even a colorful addition to your brunch menu.
Instructions:
- Core the apples and slice them into bite-sized pieces.
- If preferred, you can leave the skin on for extra fiber.
- Slice the peaches in half and remove the pits.
- Cut the peach halves into chunks.
- Slice the plums in half and remove the pits.
- Cut the plum halves into wedges.
- Inspect the grapes and remove any stems.
- Keep the grapes whole, or slice them in half if they are particularly large or if preferred.
- Pour the pineapple juice over the mixed fruits.
- Gently toss the fruits in the juice to ensure they are evenly coated. This will not only enhance flavor but also help prevent the apples from browning.
This Healthy fruit salad is not only easy to prepare, but it's also packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. It's a fantastic way to enjoy a variety of fruits in one dish and can be adjusted to suit any season or preference. Enjoy this vibrant and refreshing salad on its own or paired with your favorite meal for a tasty and wholesome experience.
Healthy fruit salad FAQ:
You can store the healthy fruit salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. However, the fruits may start to lose their texture and freshness after the first day.
You can substitute pineapple juice with orange juice or apple juice. Both have a similar sweetness and will help keep the apples from browning.
Apples should be firm and crisp, peaches should yield slightly when pressed, plums should be soft but not mushy, and grapes should be plump and free from wrinkles.
Yes, you can add other fruits such as berries, bananas, or kiwi. Just make sure they complement the overall flavor and texture of the salad.
A large mixing bowl is ideal for combining the fruits, allowing enough space for tossing without spilling. A bowl with a capacity of at least 4-6 quarts works well.
Tips:
- Choose ripe and fresh fruits.: Select apples, peaches, plums, and grapes that are at their peak ripeness for the best flavor and texture.
- Keep the fruit salad cold.: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance its refreshing quality.
- Prevent apples from browning.: If preparing the salad ahead of time, squeeze a small amount of lemon juice over the apple slices to prevent them from browning.
- Customize your salad.: Feel free to add or substitute other fruits such as berries, kiwi, or mango to suit your taste preferences.
- Garnish before serving.: Consider adding fresh mint leaves or a sprinkle of shredded coconut for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition per serving
6 ServingsCalories 130kcal
Protein 1.45g
Carbohydrates 33g
Fiber 3.36g
Sugar 24g
Fat 0.51g
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