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🍈 Emerald Fruit Salad with Yogurt-Lime Dressing

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Not all treasures are hidden underground.

Some shimmer in bowls β€” sliced, stirred, and served at golden hour.

This Emerald Fruit Salad is a radiant blend of nature’s greenest gifts, kissed by a cool yogurt-lime dressing that brightens with every bite. It’s the kind of dish that feels alive β€” bursting with crunch, sweetness, and a whisper of citrus.

Perfect for spring brunches, summer picnics, or as a cooling side on a warm afternoon, it’s a refreshing way to celebrate fruit’s natural beauty β€” light, luscious, and layered in color.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Salad:

  • A refreshing twist on classic fruit salad
  • Naturally sweet, tangy, and hydrating
  • Packed with vitamin-rich green fruits
  • Dressed in a creamy, probiotic-rich yogurt-lime sauce
  • Stunning to serve, effortless to make

🧺 Ingredients:

Serves 4–6

For the Salad:

  • 1 cup green grapes, halved
  • 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
  • 1 green apple, diced
  • 1 cup honeydew melon, cubed
  • 1 lime, sliced into thin wedges for garnish
  • Optional: chopped mint or pistachios for added crunch

For the Yogurt-Lime Dressing:

  • Β½ cup plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1–2 teaspoons honey or agave (optional, to sweeten)
  • Pinch of salt, to lift the flavors

πŸ₯£ Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, lime juice, zest, honey, and salt until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine grapes, kiwi, apple, and honeydew.
  3. Gently fold the yogurt-lime dressing into the fruit until everything is lightly coated.
  4. Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to bloom.
  5. Garnish with lime wedges, fresh mint, or a handful of pistachios if desired.

🌱 Tips & Variations:

  • Add sliced avocado or green pear for extra creaminess
  • Swap honeydew for cucumber if you prefer a more savory twist
  • Make it a breakfast bowl with chia seeds or granola
  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 1 day

🍽️ Serving Suggestion:

Serve in a wide, shallow bowl β€” the colors deserve to be seen. Pairs beautifully with brunch spreads, herb-roasted dishes, or as a stand-alone glow-up on a warm afternoon.