FRUIT SALAD | the best recipe (and so easy!)

You can't beat this easy fruit salad recipe! This summertime classic is a simple combination of juicy seasonal fruit drizzled with a bright honey lime dressing. It's deliciously sweet, refreshing on hot days, and a must-have for picnics, potlocks, and beach days!
The best fruit salads are always homemade fruit salads. Sure, you can buy a fruit salad pre-made at the supermarket already chopped and ready-to-go. But I promise you this - if you take just a few minutes to make this recipe at home you'll be rewarded with a fruit salad tastier than anything you've ever bought. The flavor is so much brighter, fresher, juicier, and all around more delicious!
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► TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:59 Slice grapes
02:28 Slice pineapple
04:21 Slice mangoes
05:17 Slice kiwis
05:47 Slice strawberries
06:03 Peel and segment mandarin oranges
06:27 Add blueberries
06:39 Make the honey lime dressing and stir
07:54 Taste test
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[@Downshiftology]

Who's ready for a long weekend?! 🙋‍♀️I'm not sure if it'll be beach weather here this weekend, but I think I'll replant flowers on my patio. How are you guys enjoying the long weekend? xo - Lisa

[@zari9109]

Not enjoying it so much yet since I'm loaded up with school work but I hope you enjoy yours

[@giftysrecipes]

💕💞💞

[@suehy4054]

Cold and rainy here. I inspected my garden and am now babysitting my granddaughter. Homemade pizza tonight with a new red wine I picked up at a tasting last weekend. Rainy but peaceful. I’m very much looking forward to your cookbook. Have a great weekend!

[@randomharts]

I’m planting flowers🌸, green beans and carrots 🥕this weekend…along with the usual laundry and house cleaning👍🏻 my husband is working so can’t really take off for anywhere else! Thanks for all the delicious recipe ideas. I can’t wait for your cookbook 🥰 Have a wonderful weekend!!!

[@klimtkahlo]

Now I will give you the Portuguese secret: just add a little bit of Port wine. You will thank me later! 😜

[@wrosapfs]

i just want to thank you for changing my life. i eat completely differently ever since i started watching your videos. 40 lbs dowm and counting

[@Downshiftology]

Wow! That is incredible to hear Wilma 😊 Hope you continue to enjoy my recipes and that I can play a part in your health journey.

[@polgara28]

Amazing!

[@thebritfix]

You go girl!!

[@djshockafrica4330]

Wow Wilma, inspiring, well done!

[@magn0lia_tree655]

Congratulations, good luck with the rest of your journey. 🌸

[@luckaty]

Rather than discard the core, it great to add to a pitcher for pineapple infused water.

[@tadd8210]

Good idea, but I love eating the core..lol

[@tadd8210]

@@momsings5062 : Nice. I boil the peel, add lime, ginger, sugar (sweetener of your choice)..pineapple juice. So nice and refreshing.

[@Downshiftology]

Great idea Katy!

[@suzettecalleja3122]

I can't find the screw top jar that you keep your cut celery in, also are they stored in water? Thank you.

[@eileenmc1128]

Don’t throw out the core. Cut into chunks, freeze, use in smoothies. The core contains bromelain which is great for inflammation, allergies, digestion and more. 🍍 😊

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for the tip Eileen! 😊

[@eileenmc1128]

You’re welcome! Thanks for all you do!!

[@dlsdyer9071]

Thanks for the tip.

[@Tomia36]

You took the words right out of my mouth... as I watched the video I was saying the same thing and came to the comments to share almost the exact same health benefits of consuming the core. 🍍

[@djshockafrica4330]

I eat the core, I just find it yummy, call me weird! :) Thank you for the extra nutrition information too!

[@paulan5989]

My mom adds Port wine and leaves it in the fridge overnight, and then sparkling water just before serving. Delicious

[@Downshiftology]

Sounds great Paula! Thanks for sharing the idea.

[@w.mtower4895]

I never thought I needed a recipe for fruit salad until I watched this!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this recipe! ❤️

[@dlsdyer9071]

This is more about kitchen technique sans the three ingredient "dressing". Appreciated the cutlery use tutorial and fruit information. Thanks.🙂

[@eevasworld1094]

Wow I love how neatly you prep all the ingredients and those are very healthy and refreshing 😋

[@JimsKitschKitchen]

I’m ready to bring this to my Memorial Day picnic- simply fabulous!!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope everyone enjoys this fruit salad! 😊

[@KatTheScribe]

That is the best grape slicing tip ever! This is a great combination of fruits. Multiple colors & flavors, and no waste as you said the whole thing makes for an excellent smoothie base. Thanks Lisa! Have a great weekend.

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you had a great long weekend as well 😊

[@debrahurtado5491]

Oooh!! I like how you arranged the fruit in a diagonal!! Beautiful rainbow through the glass bowl...

[@anitas5817]

The grape slicing trick!!!😳. This is perfect - I’m hosting my Bookclub tomorrow and was planning on fresh fruit so this will make it better !! 😊 Ed: I did make this and it’s amazing what the addition of that dressing does! You don’t really taste it - it just makes it taste like the best fruit salad ever!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope everyone enjoyed this fruit salad at your book club Anita 😊

[@anitas5817]

Everyone loved it!!!

[@evafletcher76]

Among us code?

[@Jean-ni6of]

It is beautiful. Makes my mouth water.

[@jenna_thorson]

I made this tonight for a BBQ, it was a hit!! So delicious! Thank you Lisa!

[@sandrap3047]

I made that same fruit salad dressing before. It’s so good!

[@namotenashi]

When I look at it, the drool doesn't stop. Very refreshing and natural sweetness and freshness are perfect for refreshing! On hot days, you can chill it and add mint. Thank you for sharing.

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this one, and yes, mint is a great option 😊

[@AquaGolds]

I love fruit salad so much, all fruits i love.

[@liaquinlan52]

WOW! This fruit salad looks great! I love the honey lime drizzle as well!

[@Downshiftology]

The honey lime dressing really makes all the difference!

[@janeseemann2527]

I just calculated how much it would currently cost me to make this in Australia. $45.00... 🥴😬

[@larissa6417]

My mom always adds cucumber and fresh mint to fruit salad and it makes it wonderfully fresh on a hot summer's day.

[@sallykasper61]

What a beautiful presentation. I loved it.

[@haley-sian]

You always post the exact kinds of things I want to make!! So excited to try this:)

[@Downshiftology]

Glad to hear we have similar minds 😊

[@djshockafrica4330]

This is giving me more ideas :) You can add mint to your dressing, you can try persimmons for a fruit with extra sweetness, you can add berry juice for a healthy punch, or prosecco for a fruity sangria!

[@Downshiftology]

Yes! Mint will be a great addition to this 😊

[@jessicanmailbox]

My mom adds orange juice and a little bit of grenadine(sometimes only the orange juice) as the dressing and OMG!!! Delicious!!! #costaricanstyle😉

[@merci1950]

🐇Yummy! This is so perfect! And I just bought a new beautiful serving bowl. Was wondering what my first dish should be, to put in it, perfect timing. Thank you❣️

[@Downshiftology]

What perfect timing! This fruit salad will be a great way to use it 😊

[@gerardacronin334]

I love a fresh fruit salad. I’ve made rainbow salads too, but have layered them vertically. They are always a hit!

[@Downshiftology]

That's also a great idea for a beautiful presentation 😊

[@doraankova887]

I love fruit salads! I also add fresh mint leaves, incredibly refreshing!

[@Downshiftology]

Absolutely!

[@WayToVibe]

Put the core in smoothies or juice it. Throwing it away is a waste. You can also freeze it, partially thaw it, sprinkle it with sugar, and it makes for an amazing summer treat. It's perfectly edible and when frozen then thawed it's way softer and just as flavorful.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for the heads up! 😊

[@bradyvelvet9432]

Perfect for this summer! And healthy! ❤️💕 😄 Got to try that dressing!

[@Downshiftology]

Definitely the perfect summer salad 😊

[@CookingstitchingWithShaheen]

This looks so yummy 🤤

[@polgara28]

A colorful (And delicious) work of art!

[@neesargon3497]

I like to add a diced apple for a little blt of crunch.

[@carebearcares4139]

Wow, taste the rainbow 🌈 😋 😍 Perfect for Sunday brunch.

[@Downshiftology]

Absolutely! Perfect for all weekend festivities 😉

[@r0uge7]

I love to add walnuts or sliced almonds for a little crunch

[@talluriashvini1569]

Today is the first time watching your channel so good and very well explained good recipes.

[@gjorgigjorgiev6008]

This is amazing !!!!!!. I always have ,every single night a bowl of kiwies,peaches,pineapples and apple mixed up ....The best dinner!!!

[@Downshiftology]

A fruit combo always wins 😊

[@pln4679]

Thank you!! This looks delicious and I wanna eat it for dessert❤️thanks for tips on cutting fruit too! Newly subscribed, this page is so aesthetically pleasing on the eyes!!

[@zari9109]

I absolutely love your videos. They're really refreshing to me. I hope you enjoy your long weekend as well btw.🌹

[@Downshiftology]

Glad to hear so! Hope you enjoy this fruit salad and the long weekend 😊

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

Ambrosia salad is my all time favorite!

[@ExactRealism]

Thank you for the grape cutting hack! How clever

[@Downshiftology]

It definitely makes it easier to cut multiple grapes!

[@lindac7146]

Beautiful salad. Enjoyed seeing your cutting grapes hack. Certainly faster than the one at a time method I always use. Thanks.

[@Downshiftology]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crystalzone20]

The colours make it enticing 😋 even fruit haters wouldn't be able to resist this 👌

[@eevasworld1094]

Those colors are tempting

[@Downshiftology]

Can't beat a bowl of bright, colorful fruits 😊

[@keithdavidson4723]

What a wonderful trick...using two lids to slice lots of fruits. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you learned something new here! 😊

[@1stepcl0ser]

"it just means you have a loose leaf" haha

[@roksannastephens4375]

Wow, awesome! Thank you!

[@7HDNews]

I love this video, thank you very much

[@Joy-W777]

Love your videos! I’m going to make this for a small Christmas gathering for a healthier dessert option! Merry Christmas!

[@Downshiftology]

Happy holidays!

[@colleendianuzzo]

"Party size" yeah party of one!

[@saraatppkdotpt8140]

Nailed it! 👍 Great video 😊

[@nicholasrooksby3327]

Fruit Salad Yummy yummy!

[@mariavargas655]

Hola deliciosa 😋ensalada de frutas 🍇🥭🍓bendiciones 🙏🏼

[@maggiekanyoi]

Amazing recipe👌

[@judymarkel8029]

Oh my, all that delicious fruit. That could be breakfast for a week. Mmmmm Thanks for the yummy recipe

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy Judy! 😊

[@foodmenuvlogs7385]

Wow superb and healthy 👍👍🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@dominiquefelder1809]

I love love love!

[@mrs.z1172]

I want fruit salad now 😍

[@susantankersley7288]

It looks delicious I will definitely make this!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy Susan 😊

[@jeanlouis-jeune2014]

I love your channel. Just found it and I love all your recipes. Thank you

[@Downshiftology]

Welcome to the Downshiftology community Jean! ❤️ And since you're new, I thought I'd let you know I'll be revealing my cookbook later this year. So, be sure to follow on social and subscribe to my email list for updates along the way! Also, you can follow along behind the scenes on my Instagram highlight here: instagram.com/stories/highlights/17908893919888104/

[@amilton1015]

Again thank you so much.

[@lynnstable9180]

This looks perfect

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Lynn! 😊

[@leslievalenciano-lopez8887]

Looks delicious!!!🙌

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks Leslie! Enjoy 😊

[@TheRayjane]

Love your channel and this looks delicious 😋

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy!

[@normacabrera9686]

Garcia's por compartir!😍🥰❤ me encanta la fruta 🍇🍍🍓🥝🍋🍃🍂

[@amarJourneys]

Translation: thank u for sharing ~ I'm enchanted by fruit

[@normacabrera9686]

marshall a bueno GARCIAS 🍇🍍🍓🥝🍋🍷🍃

[@anitadunphy7837]

I never seem to be able to get great strawberries. That salad looks delicious.

[@mrs.z1172]

I was making the mistake to add mushy fruits, no more ❤️

[@Downshiftology]

Oh no! Right now should be better since it's berry season 😊

[@denbrick2]

ABSOLUTELY ... 100 TRILLION PERCENT ... AN EXCELLENT SUGGESTION... FOR ANY OCCASION... 👏 👍 👍 👍 😊

[@diamondeyes2417]

Thanks! Made this today😋😊in

[@user-ef9ws1os8f]

I will prepare this for my husband's birthday coming next week day. Thanks for sharing. :)

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you both enjoy this fruit salad! Also, happy birthday to your husband 😊

[@Lisa-yg9tn]

Wow, the grapes trick is mind blowing 🤯

[@Downshiftology]

Something new I learned as well! 😉

[@rubikaasujith358]

Yammy I will try this recipe

[@leotanigutierrez4765]

I love all your tips

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@traceywilson6020]

Yummy having it later for my picnic xx

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this delicious combination 😊

[@moladhdodhia164]

Thank you, very much appreciated.

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy this sweet salad over the long weekend! 😊

[@gardenofhope8399]

Nice recipe, i real love fruit salad

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Enjoy 😊

[@saidomohamed3442]

The looks so 👌 😍 good

[@Bobbcee]

The pineapple core is my favourite 😀

[@homi4348]

Thanks for the good tips.👍💞

[@Downshiftology]

You are so welcome! Enjoy this. new fruit salad 😊

[@cassandras206]

Beautiful!!!! 🥰

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! Enjoy 😊

[@SimplyMaria23]

Yummy! Thank you💕

[@Downshiftology]

Of course! Enjoy ❤️

[@maggiewickwire2936]

Yes, the core makes for great smoothies. Pineapples are good for healthy gums and speedy healing. I also freeze strawberry tops for smoothies. Smoothies are a good way to use the entire fruit (veggie).

[@giftysrecipes]

I Love fruits salad 🥰🥰🥰

[@Downshiftology]

You and I both! 😊

[@zubaidasolim4574]

Your video style reminds me a lot of pickuplimes. Very relaxing.

[@bfields8943]

Growing up we would have fruit salads mixed with peach pie filling, but that honey lime dressing sounds amazing in the salad. Making that dressing this week with my fruit salad.

[@Downshiftology]

You're going to love this honey lime dressing! Hope you enjoy it 😊

[@adannaskitchen]

😍😍😍

[@sofiakhan7389]

It is looking amazing. I will try ❤❤🇳🇵

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy Sofia!

[@healthyfoodlover1124]

l love it❤

[@lilcummy]

it's also really nice to just add a fruit juice to it like apple or tropical fruit juice. It keeps the fruit from browning too

[@soniajacobs3038]

Oh, wow! This 68 year old woman just learned a lot of new tricks... and I eat assorted fruits every day! Thank you.

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks for sharing 🌻

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy Mary! 😊

[@leenamadye1749]

Delicious! Will definitely try as per the availability of fruits in India.

[@barbr100]

Believe it or not, a bit of cayenne pepper in that fruit salad dressing takes it over the top...mmmm.

[@Downshiftology]

Great idea Barb! 😊

[@magn0lia_tree655]

As if I got a KFC advert on this video 😂😂 lovely fruit salad thank you 🌺❤️

[@thebritfix]

I truly regret not living in California........in the next door unit.. Lol. Been watching for years and I’m still amazed at how delicious everything looks, yum!! Will be making this this week

[@Downshiftology]

You're so sweet! Good thing all my recipes are easy to make right at home 😊 Hopefully within the next few years, I can meet some Downshifters in real life!

[@xemsaxushou2460]

Love this so much. I need to eat more different fruits. 😅

[@Downshiftology]

It's always good to include variety 😊

[@antenmeasfamily]

Wow very yummy 😋🤤😋 everytime lovely

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you enjoyed this fruit salad!

[@JesusmyLord77]

I could so go for a big bowl of that fruit salad 🍌🍊🍇🍓🥝🍍🥭 great tip on how to cut grapes.

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this recipe Anna! 😊

[@rolansanchez7046]

I subscribed to your channel because your recipes are so easy to make. Mangoes we have in the Philippines are so yellow and sweet.

[@Downshiftology]

Welcome to the Downshiftology community Rolan! Can't wait for you to start creating recipes 😊

[@lisawallace3124]

We lived in Hawaii for a few years and the best, ripest pineapples are the ones that are the most yellow/golden. Green pineapples will be sour, almost to the point of being bitter! Bring it home and yes, tip it over upside down overnight or at least as long as you can before peeling & slicing. Don't discard that core! Boil it in some water (with or without sugar) and add that "pineapple simple syrup" to ice tea, or use it like I do and home can that pineapple!

[@lotus906]

Thank you 👍🏻🙂

[@luciagonzalez4899]

Gorgeous!

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you! 😊

[@adyptl1]

Healthy.👍

[@minsong0817]

Love your salad recipe! Can I use gold kiwi instead of green kiwi?