Elevate your fruit salad game with this bold and refreshing recipe for Fruit Salad with Pepper (Yes, Pepper) Dressing! This vibrant medley of strawberries, blueberries, pineapple chunks, kiwi, and juicy orange segments is brought to life with a zesty lime-honey dressing infused with a surprising kick of freshly ground black pepper. The unexpected addition of pepper adds a subtle warmth that perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the fruit. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a light dessert, a crowd-pleasing brunch dish, or a healthy snack. Garnish with mint leaves for an extra pop of freshness, and serve chilled for a surprisingly delightful twist on a classic fruit salad. Keywords: Fruit salad, pepper dressing, lime honey dressing, refreshing dessert, healthy snack.
Wash all the fruits thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Slice the strawberries into quarters and add them to a large mixing bowl.
Add the blueberries directly to the bowl.
Dice the pineapple into bite-sized chunks and add them to the bowl.
Peel and slice the kiwis into thin rounds or half moons, then add them to the bowl.
Peel the orange, separate the segments, and cut them into smaller pieces if desired. Add to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, zest the lime and then juice it. Add the lime juice and zest to the bowl.
Stir in the honey and freshly ground black pepper to create the dressing. Mix well until smooth.
Pour the dressing over the fruit in the large bowl and gently toss everything together to ensure the fruit is evenly coated.
Garnish the salad with fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.
Calories |
717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.9 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 859 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.