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    Modified: Jun 30, 2023 · Published: Jul 15, 2019 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Rainbow Fruit Salad

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    This refreshing colorful Rainbow Fruit Salad is a show-stopper! Made with a citrus dressing and sprinkled with mint.

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    This Rainbow Fruit Salad is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. It has six different kinds of fruit, a citrus dressing, and chopped mint that takes it over the top.

    It holds up for a few days, depending on the fruit you use, so you can make it ahead of time for an outdoor gathering.

    Another great way to serve fruit in summer is with a Vegan Fruit Dip Recipe.

    If you prefer chocolate, I have a Chocolate Fruit Dip with Peanut Butter. Since it's two dips in one in the form of a swirl dip, you could make just the chocolate dip or just the peanut butter dip.

    A refreshing drink to try is my Kombucha with Cantaloupe. A melon cocktail recipe to try is my Honeydew Daiquiri recipe.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love It
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 💭 Tip
    • 🍽 Serving
    • 🥡 Storage
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🥗 Other Vegan Summer Salads
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love It

    • You can make it in advance, making it perfect for potlucks.
    • It is made with very little maple syrup, making it a healthy choice!
    • It is light and refreshing, making it perfect for summer.

    🧾 Ingredients

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    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Strawberries: Adds the red color. You could also use raspberries or cherries.
    • Cantaloupe: Adds the orange color. You could also use orange slices or chopped mango.
    • Pineapple: Adds the yellow color. You can use fresh or frozen pineapple, just make sure to completely thaw it out first. You could also use a sliced banana or chopped canary melon. If you use a banana, I recommend adding it right before serving.
    • Green grapes: Adds the green color. You could also use chopped kiwi or honeydew melon.
    • Blueberries: Adds the blue color. You could also use blackberries.
    • Red grapes: Adds the purple color. You could also use blackberries or sliced plums.
    • Mint leaves: Adds a fresh minty flavor.
    • Orange juice: I used freshly squeezed orange juice. You could also use store-bought orange juice.
    • Lime juice: Adds a tart flavor. You could also use lemon juice, but I prefer lime juice for this recipe.
    • Maple syrup: Adds sweetness.  You could also use agave syrup or simple syrup.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Cherries
    • Raspberries
    • Watermelon
    • Oranges
    • Grapefruit
    • Honeydew melon
    • Mango
    • Banana
    • Kiwi
    • Blackberries

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    🔪 Instructions

    Orange being juiced into a bowl.

    Squeeze an orange, removing the pulp, if desired.

    Dressing being mixed with a fork in a bowl.

    For the dressing mix orange juice, lime juice, and maple syrup. Pour over salad and mix, or leave in a rainbow.

    💭 Tip

    Add the chopped mint right before serving.

    Place sliced strawberries, chopped cantaloupe, chopped pineapple, green grapes, blueberries, and red grapes in a bowl. They can be placed in the bowl to look like a rainbow or mixed together. Sprinkle mint on top if serving right away.

    Rainbow Fruit Salad with citrus dressing and mint next to.

    🍽 Serving

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    🥡 Storage

    This vegan fruit salad will last 3-5 days in the fridge. If you don't think you'll use it up in time, you could mix it into a vegan tropical smoothie.

    Rainbow Fruit Salad in a bowl with mint leaves.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What fruit to put in a fruit bowl?

    Fruit that is in season and that stays fresh for days is the best bet.

    How do you keep fruit salad fresh?

    If you store it in an airtight container, it will last for 3-5 days, depending on the type of fruit used.

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    If you tried this Rainbow Fruit Salad Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    📋 Recipe

    Rainbow Fruit Salad in a bowl with mint leaves.
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    Rainbow Fruit Salad

    This refreshing colorful Rainbow Fruit Salad is a show-stopper! Made with a citrus dressing and sprinkled with mint.
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 12 (½ cup) servings
    Calories 52kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup strawberries sliced
    • 1 cup chopped cantaloupe (cut into ½" pieces)
    • 1 cup chopped pineapple (cut into ½" pieces)
    • 1 cup green grapes (cut in ½)
    • 1 cup blueberries
    • 1 cup red grapes (cut in ½)
    • 2 tablespoons chopped mint leaves

    Dressing

    • ¼ cup orange juice (juice of 1 orange)
    • 2 tablespoons lime juice
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup

    Instructions

    • Place fruit in a bowl either in a rainbow formation or mixed together. Add mint leaves.
    • Dressing: Mix all ingredients. Pour over fruit salad. Mix or leave as a rainbow formation.

    Notes

    If you aren't serving it right away, wait to add the mint until right before serving. 
    This will last 3-5 days depending on the type of fruit you use.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 149mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 24.1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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