Starry Fruit Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup Strawberries (hulled and halved)
• 1 cup Blueberries (rinsed)
• 2 Kiwi (peeled and sliced)
• 1 Mango (peeled and diced)
• 2 tablespoons Honey (prefer raw honey)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves (chopped (optional))

Instructions

1. Wash and prepare fruit

   Rinse all berries, kiwi, and mango under cold running water. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

   Time: PT3M

2. Cut fruit to bite‑size pieces

   Hull and halve the strawberries, slice the kiwi, dice the mango, and leave the blueberries whole. Transfer everything to the large mixing bowl.

   Time: PT7M

3. Make honey‑lemon dressing

   In a small bowl, whisk together honey and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

4. Combine and toss

   Pour the honey‑lemon dressing over the fruit. Gently toss with a wooden spoon until all pieces are lightly coated. Sprinkle chopped mint leaves on top, if using.

   Time: PT3M

5. Chill and serve

   Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 10‑15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: 4°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

120

Protein

2 g

Carbohydrates

28 g

Fat

2 g

Fiber

4 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Strawberries: fresh raspberries, fresh blueberries
• Instead of Blueberries: blackberries, seedless grapes
• Instead of Kiwi: green grapes, honeydew melon
• Instead of Mango: papaya, pineapple
• Instead of Honey: maple syrup, agave nectar
• Instead of Lemon juice: lime juice, orange juice (less acidic)
• Instead of Fresh mint leaves: basil leaves, none

Equipment Needed

• Large mixing bowl
• Chef's knife
• Cutting board
• Wooden spoon or spatula

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Washing and thoroughly drying the fruit to prevent excess water.
• Using a sharp knife for clean cuts to avoid bruising the fruit.

Chef Tips from the Video

• Use the ripest seasonal fruit for maximum sweetness.
• Add a pinch of sea salt to the dressing to enhance fruit flavors.
• For extra crunch, sprinkle toasted coconut flakes or chopped nuts just before serving.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Add a fresh drizzle of honey‑lemon dressing before serving if it looks dry.

Freezer: Not recommended – texture of fresh fruit degrades when frozen.

Room temperature: Can sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours; after that, fruit may become mushy.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare the fruit and dressing separately up to step 3; store dressing in a small jar and fruit in a covered bowl.
• Combine just before serving to keep berries from releasing too much juice.