Description
This vibrant winter fruit salad combines a refreshing mix of citrus fruits, crisp apples, and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, all dressed in a bright honey-lime dressing accented with fresh mint. It’s a quick, healthy, and colorful dish that brightens your day and offers a burst of seasonal flavors perfect for a light snack or a festive side.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 3 cups citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits), peeled and segmented
- 2 cups apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced or diced
- 1 cup pomegranate seeds
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 lime (juice and zest)
Garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
Instructions
- Wash and Prepare Fruits: Thoroughly wash all fruits under cool running water to remove any dirt or residue. Peel and segment the citrus fruits carefully, removing seeds, and cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice Apples and Prepare Pomegranate: Thinly slice or dice the apples to prevent browning. Remove the pomegranate seeds by carefully extracting them from the fruit and discarding any white pith.
- Combine Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the citrus segments, apple slices, and pomegranate seeds, mixing them evenly but carefully to maintain their shape and freshness.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey with the freshly squeezed juice and zest of one lime until completely blended to create a bright, sweet, and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the honey-lime dressing over the fruit mixture in the large bowl. Gently toss the fruits to ensure an even coat of the dressing without bruising the delicate fruits.
- Add Fresh Mint: Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over the top of the salad for a refreshing herbal note and vibrant color.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right away to enjoy the freshness and crispness of the fruits along with the bright flavors of the dressing and mint.
Notes
- Substitute seasonal citrus fruits as desired to vary flavor and seasonality.
- Maple syrup or agave nectar can be used instead of honey for a vegan option.
- To prevent apple browning, slice them just before serving and toss in a bit of the dressing immediately.
- Fresh mint can be replaced with basil or lemon balm for different herbal flavors.
- If fresh pomegranate seeds are unavailable, dried cranberries can be used as an alternative.
