Best 11 Fruit Salad With Lemon Dressing Recipes

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Are you searching for a vibrant and delightful dish that combines the fresh flavors of fruits with a zesty lemon dressing? Look no further! Fruit salad with lemon dressing is a refreshing and nutritious recipe that offers a symphony of colors, textures, and flavors. Whether you're hosting a brunch, preparing a light summer meal, or simply craving a healthy snack, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect fruit salad with a tangy lemon dressing that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING



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This This Summer Fruit Salad with Lemon Dressing is super healthy, delicious, refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day. It's absolutely jammed pack full of fresh fruit that is paired with a fabulous sweet tangy dressing, and best of all, this salad really is as good as it looks!

Provided by Joanna Cismaru

Categories     Dessert     Salad     Snack

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup sugar
¾ cup water
2 tablespoons lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
2 cups red grapes (sliced in half)
2 cups green grapes (sliced in half)
2 cups blueberries
2 cups strawberries
fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Make the dressing. In a small saucepan, bring to a boil the sugar, water, lemon zest and lemon juice. Continue cooking for a few more minutes, about 10-15 minutes, until the sauce begins to thicken a bit. Cool, then refrigerate. The dressing needs to be completely cool before pouring it on the fruits.
  • Make the salad. In a large bowl, toss all the fruit together including the mint. When ready to serve pour the lemon dressing over and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 24 g, ServingSize 1 serving, Fat 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.14 g

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH A LEMON, HONEY, AND MINT DRESSING



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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

4 cups cubed seeded watermelon
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
2 large fresh peaches, cut into cubes
2 large nectarines, cut into cubes
1 red Anjou pear, cut into cubes
1 cup seedless grapes, halved
2 lemons, juiced
¼ cup minced fresh mint (chocolate mint preferred)
½ lemon, zested
1 tablespoon honey (fireweed honey preferred)

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

LEMON DREAM FRUIT SALAD



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For a refreshing and soothing finish to a spicy meal, serve this blend of fresh fruit and creamy lemon yogurt.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (11 oz) mandarin orange segments, drained
1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
2 bananas, halved lengthwise, cut into 1-inch chunks
1/4 cup halved maraschino cherries, drained
1 container (6 oz) Yoplait® Thick and Creamy Lowfat lemon supreme yogurt

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients. Serve immediately or refrigerate until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON POPPYSEED DRESSING



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Wonderful salad for the holiday seasons. Great to serve for dinner at home or to take to a family gathering during the holidays.

Provided by Nora LaCroix

Categories     Salad     Fruit Salad Recipes     Cranberry Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup white sugar
½ cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons diced onion
1 teaspoon Dijon-style prepared mustard
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seeds
1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-size pieces
4 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
1 cup cashews
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 apple - peeled, cored and diced
1 pear - peeled, cored and sliced

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, toss together the romaine lettuce, shredded Swiss cheese, cashews, dried cranberries, apple, and pear. Pour dressing over salad just before serving, and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 8.7 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 201.3 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

SUMMER FRUIT SALAD WITH HONEY LEMON DRESSING



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This Summer Fruit Salad is colorful, delicious, and naturally sweet (no processed sugar!). It's easy to make with fresh fruit tossed in a homemade dressing.

Provided by Sam | Ahead of Thyme

Categories     Salad

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups strawberries, halved (approximately 12 strawberries)
1 cup pineapple, cubed
1/2 cup blueberries
1 kiwi, sliced and quartered
1 cup mango, cubed (approximately 1 mango)
1/2 cup grapes, sliced
1 tablespoon honey (or more to taste)
1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed

Steps:

  • Arrange all the fruit in a large serving bowl (strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, kiwi, mango, and grapes). You can throw the fruit together or create a fruit rainbow, separating the fruit into rows.
  • In a small mixing bowl, add honey and lemon juice. Stir until combined.
  • Pour dressing over the fruit and toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 131 calories, Sugar 25.7 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Fat 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON DRESSING



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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

1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened pineapple chunks, drained
1 medium nectarine, chopped
1 medium kiwifruit, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup halved fresh strawberries
2 tablespoons fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons honey
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon yogurt
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

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.

FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON-LIME DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 papaya, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 bananas, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
1 mango, peeled, stoned and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 cup pineapple, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pint strawberries, hulled and halved
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon dark rum
2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste
1 bunch mint, leaves only, coarsely chopped
Tiny sprigs of mint, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large glass serving bowl or picnic container, combine all the fruits and toss very gently to mix. Sprinkle the lemon and lime juices, rum (if using), sugar and mint over the top and again toss gently to mix. Garnish with tiny mint sprigs before serving.

MIXED FRUIT WITH LEMON-BASIL DRESSING



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A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe. I also use the dressing on salad greens. -Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Dash pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup sliced peeled kiwifruit
1 cup seedless watermelon balls
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries

Steps:

  • Place the lemon juice, sugar, salt, mustard, onion powder and pepper in a blender; cover and pulse until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in basil. , In a large bowl, combine the fruit. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 76mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic exchanges

WINTER FRUIT SALAD WITH LEMON POPPY SEED DRESSING



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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

1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
2 teaspoons diced onions
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite
4 ounces shredded swiss cheese
1 cup cashews
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1 apple, peeled, cored and cubed
1 pear, cubed

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.

LIGHT AND LEMONY FRUIT SALAD/DESSERT



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DD#2 needed a quick, light "something" to take to a picnic an hour after she got home from work. I remembered reading a salad recipe with a package of pudding added so I opened the cupboard and started draining and dumping. She came home with an empty bowl and requested I make more for home. That's a good sign I think! (Cooking time is for refrigeration)

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant lemon pudding
1 (10 ounce) bottle maraschino cherries, halved,drained
1 (8 ounce) container Cool Whip, thawed
1 (21 ounce) can chunk pineapple, do not drain
1 (12 ounce) can mandarin oranges, drained
2 cups mini marshmallows

Steps:

  • In serving bowl, dump can of undrained pineapple.
  • Pour pudding mix over and mix into juices.
  • Set aside for 5 minutes to slightly set.
  • Meanwhile drain oranges and cherries, patting dry if necessary.
  • Mix into pineapple mixture along with marshmallows.
  • Gently fold in cool whip.
  • Refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 4.2, Sodium 124.9, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 31.8, Protein 0.9

FRUIT SALAD DRESSING



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This sweet and tangy Fruit Salad Dressing is the perfect way to top off your fruit salad. Add this delicious dressing to make your fruit salad taste better! Your friends and family will love how it adds a delicious flavor that can't be beat.

Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Fruit

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup vanilla yogurt: any brand will do- just pick your favorite!
-3 tbsp honey
3 tsp lime juice
-1 tablespoon coconut

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients together in a medium sized bowl
  • Stir until all the ingredients are mixed together
  • Pour your dressing over your fruit salad
  • Gently mix your fruit and dressing together until well coated
  • Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe fruit: This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your salad.
  • Choose a variety of fruits: This will add color, flavor, and texture to your salad.
  • Cut the fruit into bite-sized pieces: This will make it easier to eat and mix with the dressing.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Chill the salad before serving: This will help the flavors to come together and the fruit to stay crisp.
  • Garnish the salad with fresh herbs or nuts: This will add a pop of color and flavor.

Conclusion:

Fruit salad with lemon dressing is a refreshing, healthy, and delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a variety of fruits to choose from and a simple, tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone.

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