Fresh Fruit Medley with Citrus (Printable Version)

Seasonal fresh fruits tossed with citrus syrup for a naturally sweet and refreshing treat.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 cup blueberries

→ Citrus Syrup

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Hull and slice strawberries, cut pineapple into bite-sized pieces, halve the grapes, peel and slice kiwi, and rinse blueberries. Combine all prepared fruits in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey or agave syrup until fully blended and smooth.
03 - Pour the citrus syrup evenly over the fruit mixture. Gently toss with a serving spoon to coat all pieces thoroughly without mashing delicate fruits.
04 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Toss gently again before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The bright citrus syrup wakes up even the mildest fruits making everything taste vibrant
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes but looks like you spent much longer on it
02 -
  • Add delicate fruits like banana right before serving or they will turn mushy
  • The syrup keeps fruits from oxidizing so the salad stays beautiful longer
03 -
  • Pat fruits dry before tossing if they are very wet from washing
  • Let the bowl sit at room temperature for ten minutes before serving to wake up the flavors
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