Description
This vibrant Winter Fruit Salad is a refreshing and nourishing dish made with seasonal fruits like pineapple, kiwi, citrus, and pomegranate. Lightly dressed with honey and citrus juice, it’s the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and juicy—ideal for holiday gatherings, healthy desserts, or a bright winter side dish.
Ingredients
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3 cups cubed pineapple
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1 cup peeled, quartered, and sliced kiwis
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2 cups mandarin orange or clementine segments
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½ cup pomegranate arils
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3 tablespoons lemon or lime juice
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3 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon poppy seeds
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Optional garnish: fresh mint leaves
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple, kiwi, and mandarin orange segments.
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Gently fold in the pomegranate arils.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon (or lime) juice and honey until smooth.
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Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and toss gently to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle with poppy seeds and mix lightly.
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
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Serve immediately or chill for 20–30 minutes before serving.
Notes
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For extra crunch, add chopped walnuts or pecans.
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A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg adds warmth and depth.
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Keep dressing separate if preparing more than a few hours ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: winter fruit salad, healthy fruit salad, seasonal fruit salad, holiday fruit salad