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A close-up shot of the fully prepared Summer Citrus Fruit Salad in a clear glass serving bowl on the white marble cooktop. The fresh, glistening fruits are beautifully garnished with finely chopped mint and a drizzle of honey, creating a visually enticing and refreshing dish, ready to be enjoyed.

Fruit Cocktail Salad Recipe

This Fruit Cocktail Salad is a refreshing, juicy mix of vibrant fruits, tossed in a zesty citrus dressing. Perfect as a side, snack, or dessert, it’s naturally sweet and incredibly hydrating!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 540 ml can fruit cocktail stored in water drained
  • 4 kiwis diced
  • 1 cup strawberries diced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 medium apple diced
  • 1 medium peach diced
  • 1 mango peeled and diced
  • 3 mandarin oranges peeled
  • ⅓ cup 100% orange juice
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
Optional:
  • 1-2 tablespoon honey
  • ¼ cup fresh mint finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Citrus juicer (for lemon juice)
  • Zester (for lemon zest)
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Serving spoon

Method
 

  1. Drain the canned fruit cocktail and add it to a large mixing bowl.
    A close-up shot of a wooden cutting board on a white marble cooktop, where fresh kiwis, strawberries, apple, peach, and mango are being diced. A sharp knife is mid-action, slicing through a juicy red strawberry, with other diced fruits neatly arranged on the board, preparing them for the salad.
  2. Dice the kiwis, strawberries, apple, peach, and mango, then add them to the bowl.
    A close-up shot of the same glass mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop, now filled with freshly diced kiwis, strawberries, apple, peach, and mango. The colorful blend of red, green, orange, and yellow fruits creates a visually appealing and vibrant base for the Summer Citrus Fruit Salad.
  3. Peel and separate the mandarin oranges and toss them in.
    A close-up shot of mandarin oranges being peeled and separated over a white marble cooktop. The bright orange, juicy segments are gently placed into the mixing bowl, adding a refreshing citrus burst to the fruit salad.
  4. In a small bowl, mix orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt. Stir well.
    A close-up shot of a small glass bowl on the white marble cooktop, containing a freshly mixed blend of orange juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. A whisk is actively stirring the mixture, blending the tangy and aromatic citrus dressing for the Summer Citrus Fruit Salad.
  5. Pour the citrus dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
    A close-up shot of the citrus dressing being poured from the small glass bowl into the large fruit-filled mixing bowl on the white marble cooktop. A wooden spoon is positioned to gently toss the salad, ensuring all the fresh fruits are evenly coated with the zesty dressing.
  6. Add optional ingredients like honey, mint, or vanilla extract for extra flavor.
  7. Let it chill for 10-15 minutes for the flavors to blend (optional).
  8. Serve fresh and enjoy!
    A close-up shot of the fully prepared Summer Citrus Fruit Salad in a clear glass serving bowl on the white marble cooktop. The fresh, glistening fruits are beautifully garnished with finely chopped mint and a drizzle of honey, creating a visually enticing and refreshing dish, ready to be enjoyed.