Description
Transform your breakfast routine with this vibrant Healthy Brunch Fruit Salad, a delightful medley of fresh fruits that adds a splash of color and flavor to any gathering. Bursting with the natural sweetness of pineapple, bananas, grapes, and apples, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with essential vitamins and minerals. Ideal for brunches, picnics, or as a quick snack, it’s a nutritious choice that everyone will love. The light dressing made from orange and lemon juice enhances the flavors without overpowering them. Prepare it in just 15 minutes for an easy crowd-pleaser that can be prepped in advance for busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 can pineapple chunks (20 ounces)
- 2 large firm bananas, sliced into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 cup green grapes
- 1 can mandarin oranges, drained (15 ounces)
- 1 medium red apple, sliced
- 1 medium green apple, sliced
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Drain canned pineapple and mandarin oranges. Slice bananas and apples into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pineapple chunks, sliced bananas, grapes, mandarin oranges, red apple slices, and green apple slices.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and cornflour; gradually whisk in orange juice and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss until all fruits are coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for about an hour to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe fruits for maximum sweetness. Keep fruit pieces uniform for an attractive presentation. Freshly squeezed juices elevate flavor—consider using them instead of bottled options.