Ingredients

Serves 6

Fruit

• 3 oranges, peeled and sliced
• 2 mandarins or clementines, peeled
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 cup green grapes
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
• 1 apple, diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

Honey Citrus Dressing

• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Optional Garnishes

• Edible flowers
• Extra mint leaves
• Shredded coconut
• Poppy seeds

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Fruit

Wash all fruit thoroughly.

• Peel and slice the oranges and mandarins.
• Slice strawberries and kiwi.
• Dice the apple into bite-sized pieces.
• Remove grapes from stems.

Place all fruit into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together:

• Honey
• Lime juice
• Orange juice
• Lemon juice
• Vanilla extract

Mix until smooth.

Step 3: Assemble

Pour the honey citrus dressing over the fruit.

Add chopped mint and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.

Step 4: Chill & Serve

For best flavor:

• Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Top with:

• Fresh mint
• Optional edible flowers
• Extra citrus slices

Serve cold.

Storage Tips

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
• Best enjoyed within 2 days.
• Stir before serving because natural juices will collect at the bottom.

Avoid freezing, as the fruit texture becomes mushy.

Nutritional Information

Approximate per serving

• Calories: 145
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 24g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 1g
• Vitamin C: High
• Naturally gluten-free
• Vegetarian

Feast & Flourish Serving Ideas

This fruit bowl pairs beautifully with:

• Yogurt parfaits
• Pancakes or waffles
• Croissants
• Brunch boards
• Summer picnics

For a prettier presentation, serve it in a white bowl and garnish with small edible flowers like pansies or nasturtiums.