Description
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this refreshing and vibrant Green Fruit Salad. Combining crisp green apples, juicy green grapes, tangy kiwi, and fresh mint leaves, this salad is brightened with a splash of lime juice and optionally sweetened with honey. Perfect as a light snack or a healthy dessert, this easy no-cook recipe showcases fresh ingredients in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 2 green apples, cored and sliced into bite-sized pieces
Other Ingredients
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Wash Fruits: Wash all fruits thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or pesticides and ensure freshness.
- Prepare Fruit Pieces: Slice the kiwis and green apples into bite-sized pieces for easy eating; halve the green grapes to blend textures and size evenly.
- Add Lime Juice: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the chopped fruit; this not only prevents the apples from browning but also adds a zesty brightness to the salad.
- Mix with Mint: In a large bowl, gently toss the fruits with fresh mint leaves until everything is evenly coated, allowing the mint’s aroma to infuse the salad.
- Optional Sweetening: Drizzle honey over the fruit mixture if you prefer a touch of sweetness. Give the salad one last gentle toss to distribute the honey evenly before serving.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm fruits for the best texture and flavor.
- The lime juice is essential to prevent the cut fruit, especially apples, from oxidizing and turning brown.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your desired sweetness or omit it for a naturally sweet salad.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste or chill for 15-20 minutes before serving for a refreshing cold salad.
- Feel free to add other green fruits like honeydew melon or green pears for variation.
