Best 12 Easy Fruit Salad Recipes

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**A Refreshing Medley of Fruits: A Culinary Journey Through Easy Fruit Salad Recipes**

Indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our collection of easy fruit salad recipes. From classic combinations to unique flavor fusions, this diverse selection caters to every palate. Dive into a symphony of textures and flavors as you explore vibrant fruit salads bursting with freshness. Discover the perfect balance of sweetness, tartness, and juiciness in each bite. Whether you prefer a simple yet satisfying fruit salad or an elaborate masterpiece, our recipes offer endless possibilities to tantalize your taste buds. From quick weekday breakfasts to vibrant party centerpieces, let our fruit salad recipes guide you on a culinary journey like no other.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Fruit Salad:** Experience the timeless charm of a classic fruit salad. This recipe combines an array of fresh fruits, including strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and oranges, tossed in a light dressing of lemon juice and honey.

2. **Tropical Fruit Salad:** Transport yourself to a tropical paradise with this vibrant fruit salad. Featuring exotic fruits like mango, pineapple, papaya, and kiwi, this recipe is a burst of tropical flavors and colors.

3. **Berry Blast Fruit Salad:** Indulge in the delightful tartness and sweetness of berries in this refreshing fruit salad. Mixed berries, including strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries, are tossed in a zesty lemon-mint dressing.

4. **Honeydew Melon Fruit Salad:** Discover the subtle sweetness of honeydew melon in this unique fruit salad. Combined with crisp cucumber, juicy watermelon, and tangy feta cheese, this recipe offers a refreshing twist on the classic fruit salad.

5. **Citrus Fruit Salad:** Awaken your senses with the vibrant flavors of citrus fruits in this invigorating fruit salad. Grapefruit, oranges, lemons, and limes are combined to create a tangy and refreshing medley.

6. **Watermelon Feta Fruit Salad:** Experience a delightful harmony of flavors in this refreshing watermelon feta fruit salad. Sweet watermelon and salty feta cheese come together in perfect balance, complemented by the crunch of cucumber and mint.

7. **Quinoa Fruit Salad:** Elevate your fruit salad with the addition of quinoa in this wholesome recipe. Quinoa adds a nutty flavor and protein boost to the mix of fresh fruits, while a honey-lime dressing brings a touch of sweetness and tang.

8. **Yogurt Parfait Fruit Salad:** Create a layered delight with this yogurt parfait fruit salad. Layers of creamy yogurt, fresh fruits, and granola come together in a parfait glass, offering a visually appealing and satisfying snack or breakfast option.

9. **Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing:** Add a touch of elegance to your fruit salad with this poppy seed dressing recipe. Fresh fruits are tossed in a delicate dressing made with poppy seeds, lemon juice, and honey, resulting in a sophisticated and flavorful dish.

10. **Grilled Fruit Salad:** Experience the smoky sweetness of grilled fruits in this unique recipe. Peaches, pineapples, and watermelon are grilled to perfection and combined with fresh berries and a balsamic glaze for a delightful twist on the classic fruit salad.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

EASY FESTIVE FRUIT SALAD



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As colorful as the leaves on the autumn trees, this fruit salad disappears fast down to the last spoonful. The light dressing doesn't hide the refreshing flavors of the fruit. Pecans add crunch and the rich flavor of the harvest season. -Julianne Johnson, Grove City, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 cans (11 ounces each) mandarin oranges, drained
1 can (20 ounces) pears, drained and chopped
3 kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 large unpeeled apples, chopped
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set pineapple aside. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and flour; stir in reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat. Stir a small amount of hot mixture into egg; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool for 15 minutes. Cover and refrigerate. , In a large serving bowl, combine the oranges, pears, kiwi, apples, pecans and reserved pineapple. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Cover and chill for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY SUMMER FRUIT SALAD



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"My friends are always requesting this salad." Colorful slices of fruit get dressed up with a simple sauce of citrus juices and honey. Anneliese Deising - Plymouth, MI

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium navel oranges, peeled and sectioned
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1-1/2 cups halved seedless red grapes
1 cup sliced peeled apple
1 cup diced honeydew melon
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon lime juice
1-1/2 cups sliced ripe bananas

Steps:

  • In a large salad bowl, combine the first six ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, honey and lime juice. Drizzle over fruit mixture; toss to coat. Chill until serving. Add bananas just before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY CREAMY FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Easy Creamy Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 (6 ounce) packages Jello Instant Vanilla Pudding Mix
1 quart buttermilk
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
1 (28 ounce) can fruit cocktail, drained
2 (14 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 cup nuts, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • With a wire whisk, combine and mix pudding and buttermilk; fold in the Cool Whip.
  • Fold in the fruits; add the nuts, and refrigerate.
  • The fruit salad keeps well in the refrigerator for several days.
  • You may try other fruits if you like such as cherries, pineapple, and coconut--they are also delicious.

EASY FRUIT SALAD



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"I came up with this quick salad when I wanted a cool treat on a hot day. It's fun for breakfast, as a side dish or dessert," pens Lori Daniels of Beverly, West Virginia. "This pie filling provides all the extra sweetening it needs. Feel free to substitute your favorite fruits."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium peaches, peeled and sliced
1 medium red apple, chopped
1 cup halved seedless red grapes
1 medium ripe mango, peeled and sliced
1 medium firm banana, sliced
1-1/2 cups apple pie filling

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Add pie filling and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 6mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY FRUIT SALAD



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Easy fruit salad in just minutes. Add whatever fruit you want to mix it up.

Provided by khammond87

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Apple Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 bananas, cut into bite-size pieces
2 apples, cut into bite-size pieces
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed

Steps:

  • Mix bananas, apples, and mandarin orange segments together in a bowl; add whipped topping and stir gently to coat fruit with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.2 calories, Carbohydrate 56 g, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 25.8 mg, Sugar 45.9 g

EASY YOGURT AND FRUIT SALAD



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (6 ounce) containers Strawberry Greek Yogurt
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip
2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
1 (16 ounce) package strawberries (sliced)

Steps:

  • Place both containers of yogurt in a mixing bowl.
  • Fold in Cool Whip and mix or whisk together.
  • Fold in marshmallows and fruit. Stir together gently.
  • When all is mixed together, serve immediately or place in fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving

QUICK & EASY PINK FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Quick & Easy Pink Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by megjo77

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (8 ounce) Cool Whip
1 (21 ounce) cherry pie filling
1 (20 ounce) can pineapple tidbits, drained

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, stir milk and cool whip by hand gently. Lightly fold in pie filling and pineapple. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

VERY EASY FRUIT SALAD



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In a hurry? Make this fruit salad in about 10 minutes. You can add or subtract different fruit according to your taste and what is in season.

Provided by MICHELLE M

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Strawberry Salad Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pint strawberries - cleaned, hulled and sliced
1 pound seedless grapes, halved
3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
3 bananas, sliced
1 (21 ounce) can peach pie filling

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, grapes, kiwis, and bananas. Gently mix in peaches. Chill for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Fat 0.6 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 12.2 mg, Sugar 26.9 g

SUPER EASY FRUIT SALAD



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Make and share this Super Easy Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ransomed by Fire

Categories     Fruit

Time 5m

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces frozen sweetened strawberries
16 ounces peaches, drained
16 ounces pineapple, drained
1 lb red seedless grapes
1 lb banana

Steps:

  • Peel bananas and slice all fruit to desired size.
  • Do NOT strain strawberries.
  • Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  • NOTE: Fruit selections can vary by season or preference. Other suggested fruit to try include mandarin oranges, cherries, cantaloupe, and raisins. Kiwis would probably be good in it too.

EASY FRESH-FRUIT SALAD



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Betty Crocker's Living with Cancer Cookbook and Heart Healthy Cookbook share a recipe! Purchased vinaigrette and feta cheese perk up a colorful fresh-fruit salad.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pint (2 cups) fresh strawberries, sliced
1 pint (2 cups) blueberries
1 small bunch (2 cups) seedless green grapes
1 bunch leaf lettuce
1/2 cup raspberry vinaigrette dressing
3 to 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

Steps:

  • Mix pineapple, strawberries, blueberries and grapes in large bowl.
  • Serve fruit mixture on lettuce. Drizzle with dressing. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg

EASY FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT



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I love fresh fruit salads. With this simple recipe, I can enjoy one even in January! This colorful salad complements most any entree.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium navel orange, sectioned
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, optional
1 medium ripe banana, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut orange sections into bite-size pieces. In a bowl, combine the orange, coconut, orange juice and cinnamon if desired; toss gently. Refrigerate until chilled. , Just before serving, add banana and toss gently.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY FRUIT SALAD



Easy Fruit Salad image

Make and share this Easy Fruit Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by IAcupcake

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Yield 1 bowl

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
1 (11 ounce) can mandarin oranges, undrained
1 (3 ounce) box instant lemon pudding
strawberry, cut up
grapes, halved
banana, sliced

Steps:

  • Pour pineapple juice into a measuring cup; you'll need 1 cup. If you don't get 1 cup, then add the mandarine juice until you reach 1 cup.
  • Mix the juice and the pudding mix really well. Add the fruit, adding as much as you want. Store in the refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, seasonal fruit. This will ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Wash the fruit thoroughly before cutting it. This will remove any dirt or bacteria.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces. This will make it easier to eat.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures of fruit. This will make the salad more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Add a dressing, if desired. This can be a simple honey-lime dressing, a yogurt-based dressing, or even just a squeeze of lemon juice.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later. Fruit salad is best enjoyed fresh, but it can also be made ahead of time and chilled for up to 24 hours.

Conclusion:

Fruit salad is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of the season. It is a great option for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a fruit salad recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a refreshing and nutritious treat, reach for a bowl of fruit salad.

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