Fruit salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The key to a great fruit salad is in the dressing. A well-made dressing can enhance the flavors of the fruit and make the salad even more enjoyable. There are many different types of fruit salad dressings to choose from, each with its own unique flavor profile. Some popular dressings include honey-lime dressing, citrus dressing, yogurt dressing, and poppy seed dressing. The best dressing for a fruit salad is the one that you like the best, so feel free to experiment until you find a dressing that you love.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH A LEMON, HONEY, AND MINT DRESSING
A simply elegant fruit salad paired with a sweet and tangy lemon-mint dressing
Provided by TimTanguay
Categories Salad Fruit Salad Recipes Strawberry Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine watermelon, strawberries, peaches, nectarines, pear, and grapes in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk lemon juice, mint, lemon zest, and honey together in a small bowl; drizzle over the fruit mixture and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Carbohydrate 24.8 g, Fat 0.5 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 19.9 g
RAINBOW FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY LIME DRESSING RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: fresh strawberry , kiwis, mangoes, bananas, fresh blurberry, honey, lime
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Sides
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Quarter the strawberries and place into a large bowl.
- Dice the mango and place on top of the strawberries.
- Peel and dice the kiwi. Add into the bowl.
- Slice bananas and place in the bowl. Add in the blueberries.
- In a small bowl mix honey and lime juice.
- Pour syrup over the fruit and mix. Mix well.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Carbohydrate 86 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 63 grams
FRESH FRUIT SALAD WITH CREAMY DRESSING
Please different tastes by serving this refreshing salad with a quick and easy creamy dressing or a store-bought poppy seed dressing.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In chilled small bowl, beat all dressing ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
- In large bowl, place fruit. Add dressing; toss gently to coat. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg
FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY-LIME DRESSING
"I literally didn't know how to boil an egg until I was in my 20's - when I tried to impress a guy by making dinner for him," writes Sally Siegel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. "I didn't have much success with the dinner or the guy, but I regrouped and put together a repertoire of fairly elegant dishes I felt confident making. Over the years, my cooking style has become more casual; I make dishes that are not too demanding, but still special for company."
Categories Brunch Dessert No-Cook Yogurt Strawberry Lime Melon Papaya Pineapple Summer Chill Healthy Honey Grape Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk first 4 ingredients in small bowl to blend; set dressing aside. Combine remaining ingredients in large bowl. Cover dressing and fruit separately and chill until ready to serve, up to 6 hours.
- Mix dressing into fruit. Let stand 15 minutes to blend flavors.
FRUIT SALAD DRESSING
"I like to top seasonal fruit with this smooth citrusy dressing," notes Frances Poste of Wall, South Dakota. "It makes a cool colorful salad for breakfast, lunch or picnics in the summer."
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the flour, pineapple juice, orange juice concentrate, sugar, honey and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Cool. Serve over fruit. Leftover dressing may be refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts :
FRUIT SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
My family requests thy yummy fruit salad every Easter. The slightly sweet poppy seed dressing served on the side really makes it special. -Joni Kingsley, Redlands, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a blender, combine the vinegar, sugar, mustard and salt. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in poppy seeds. , Just before serving, combine the fruits. Serve with poppy seed dressing in an ice bowl lined with lettuce or lemon leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
FRUIT SALAD WITH POPPY SEED DRESSING
Steps:
- Toss grapes, strawberries and blueberries with sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in lime juice, and poppy seeds. Let sit at room temperature for at least 1/2 an hour. Garnish with pistachios and serve.
AUTUMN FRUIT SALAD WITH CINNAMON GREEK YOGURT DRESSING
Crisp apples, sweet pears, and juicy grapes combined with sweet-spiced, creamy dressing - and then sprinkled with a few chopped pecans for crunch. Oh, happy harvest!
Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place pears, apples, and grapes in a large bowl. Toss gently to combine. Set aside.
- To a small bowl, add the yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Use a wire whisk to blend well.
- Drizzle dressing over the fruit. Toss gently until fruit is coated. Scoop into bowls and sprinkle with pecans. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 of recipe, Calories 161 kcal, Sugar 30 g, Sodium 15 mg, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 40 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 1 mg
WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON POPPY SEED DRESSING
I had this at a friends house & had to have the recipe. Everyone I have made it for begs for the recipe. Everyone just loves this!
Provided by Ivysrecipes
Categories Fruit
Time 25m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a blender or food processor, combine sugar, lemon juice, onion, mustard and salt.
- Process until well blended.
- With machine still running add oil in a slow steady stream until mixture is thick and smooth.
- Add poppy seeds and process just a few seconds more to mix.
- In a large serving bowl combine the romaine lettuce, shredded swiss cheese, cashews, dried cranberries, cubed apple and cubed pear.
- Toss to mix then pour dressing over salad just before serving and toss to coat.
FRUIT SALAD WITH CREAMY HONEY LIME DRESSING
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- WHISK together dressing ingredients in small bowl; set aside.
- COMBINE fruit in large bowl. Pour dressing, to taste, over fruit. Toss gently to coat. Chill until ready to serve.
CITRUS FRUIT SALAD DRESSING
Served with seasonal fruit, this citrusy dressing makes a refreshing side dish or dessert for your next ladies' luncheon or breakfast buffet. It's a snap to make, too! -Shirley Haase Madison, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 15m
Yield about 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine juices, sugar and egg. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Strain. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with fresh fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 8mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FRUIT SALAD WITH BANANA DRESSING
This salad really says "summer" because it's so light and colorful. The banana dressing really tops it off. It's really great served with grilled items, too. Use a little extra sour cream for a pretty presentation. -Pat Habiger, Spearville, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a food processor, combine the bananas, sour cream, brown sugar and lemon juice. Cover and process until smooth. Serve with fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 21mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON-POPPY SEED DRESSING
Every bite of this pretty salad delivers, with dressing of Dijon mustard, poppy seeds, and lemon enlivening fruit, nuts, lettuce, and cheese.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In blender or food processor, place sugar, onion, salt, lemon juice and mustard; cover and process until blended.
- With machine running, add oil in slow steady stream, processing until thick and smooth. Add poppy seed; process a few seconds to mix.
- In large serving bowl, mix all salad ingredients. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Cup, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 15 g
CARIBBEAN FRUIT SALAD WITH COCONUT CREAM DRESSING
I love the colors of this refreshing salad; and the tropical touch from the dressing makes it extra special.
Provided by Geema
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange fruit attractively on individual salad plates.
- Mix together the sour cream, coconut and lime juice.
- Spoon into the center of the fruit and serve immediately.
SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY, LIME & BASIL DRESSING
I wanted to make a fruit salad, but needed to use the fruits currently in season (and on sale). Strawberries are the only ingredient that *just* went out of season. Try to serve this the same day it's made, as the cherries tend to turn everything red after a while.
Provided by Hippie2MARS
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Wash and prepare all the fruit and place in to a large bowl.
- Zest the lime and place the zest into a small bowl.
- Mince basil leaves and add to the lime zest.
- Add the honey, the juice of both limes, and the Splenda to the mixture.
- Whisk together and pour over the fruit.
- Mix lightly and refrigerate at least an hour before serving, to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 55.5, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 43.8, Protein 3.2
FRUIT SALAD WITH LIME YOGURT DRESSING
This is one of my favorite fruit salad recipes! I can't remember where I got it from originally. This works well with prety much any combination of fruit you can imagine and is great for feeding a crowd in the summer - it easily doubles or triples as needed!! Prep time includes chilling time for the dressing (with the idea that you will cut up your fruit while the dressing is in the fridge) and cook time is the time that the salad sits before serving.
Provided by anonymous
Categories Fruit
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine the yogurt, honey, lime juice, lime zest and mint leaves. Mix well and chill for one hour.
- Combine all of your cut up fruit in a large bowl and pour the dressing over. Toss well and allow the salad to sit for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving.
HAWAIIAN FRUIT SALAD WITH BANANA DRESSING
Prepare Banana Dressing about 2 hours in advance and refrigerate. A very pretty presentation that can be served as a side salad, light lunch, or snack. Feel free to sub fruits if one listed is not available or not to your liking.
Provided by Brenda.
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare Banana Dressing:.
- Combine dressing ingredients in blender, and blend until smooth 15-20 seconds. Refrigerate 2 hours.
- Combine all cut fruits in a large bowl and toss together gently.
- Mound fruit on individual, lettuce lined plates. Serve Banana Dressing in a gravy boat, or pour dressing over individual fruit salads.
FRUIT SALAD WITH SOUR CREAM DRESSING
Make and share this Fruit Salad With Sour Cream Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Boise Cook
Categories Fruit
Time 1h
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- mix everything but the fruit together first.
- Then add the fruit and stir to coat.
- chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors combine.
FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING
The vibrant colors make this dish a pretty first course or light dessert. I've always been a fan of savory hollandaise, so I created this version for fruit. -Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Whisk the lime juice, honey and nutmeg; pour over fruit. Toss to coat., In another bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients; drizzle over salad.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
TOSSED FRESH FRUIT SALAD WITH ORANGE MAYONNAISE DRESSING
Categories Berry Citrus Fruit Leafy Green Onion Orange Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For salad:
- Cut melon in half, remove seeds, and scoop flesh into balls with ball cutter or teaspoon; chill. Slice off pineapple top; cut pineapple into eighths lengthwise. Place rind side down on cutting board. Cut meat from rind with sharp knife, following curve of fruit. Remove any remaining eyes with point of knife; cut off core. Cube and chill pineapple. Wash, hull and chill strawberries. Pare oranges with sharp knife, cutting completely through white portion; remove sections one at a time cutting down along one side of section and gently lifting other side away from membrane with knife; chill. Wash greens; crisp in refrigerator.
- Meanwhile, make dressing:
- Gradually stir corn syrup into mayonnaise. Mix in orange juice and onion. Makes 1 1/4 cups.
- To serve:
- Just before serving, tear greens into bite-size pieces in salad bowl. Add fruit; toss with dressing.
Tips for Making the Best Fruit Salad Dressing:
- Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will give your dressing the best flavor and texture.
- Choose fruits that are complementary in flavor. For example, you might combine sweet fruits like strawberries and blueberries with tart fruits like oranges and grapefruit.
- Use a variety of fruits. This will add color, flavor, and texture to your dressing.
- Adjust the sweetness of the dressing to your taste. You can add more sugar or honey if you like a sweeter dressing.
- Add some herbs or spices to the dressing for extra flavor. Some good options include mint, basil, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Let the dressing chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Conclusion:
Fruit salad dressing is a delicious and easy way to add flavor and moisture to your fruit salad. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a dressing that is perfectly tailored to your taste. So next time you're making fruit salad, don't forget to add a delicious dressing to take it to the next level!
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