Winter Fruit Salad Pomegranate Lime (Printable Version)
A bright, fresh blend of winter fruits with lime and honey for a flavorful, healthy dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 large pomegranate, seeds removed
02 - 2 medium oranges, peeled and segmented
03 - 2 ripe kiwis, peeled and sliced
04 - 1 large apple, cored and diced
05 - 1 ripe pear, cored and diced
06 - 1/2 cup red grapes, halved (optional)
→ Dressing
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
→ Garnish
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Seed the pomegranate, segment the oranges, peel and slice the kiwis, dice the apple and pear, and halve the grapes if using.
02 - Place all prepared fruit into a large mixing bowl and gently combine.
03 - Whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and lime zest in a small bowl until well blended.
04 - Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
05 - Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl.
06 - Sprinkle with freshly chopped mint leaves before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It brings color and brightness to the table when everything outside looks dull and frozen.
- The mix of tart pomegranate, sweet citrus, and crisp apple keeps every bite interesting without any fuss.
02 -
- Toss the apple and pear with a little lemon juice if you're prepping ahead, or they'll turn brown and dull looking within the hour.
- Don't overdress the salad or it'll turn soupy at the bottom, a light coating is all you need to make the flavors sing.
03 -
- Chill your serving bowl in the fridge for ten minutes before assembling the salad, it keeps everything crisp and cold without watering it down.
- Use the ripest fruit you can find, because there's nowhere to hide in a dish this simple and every piece matters.