Fresh fruit citrus medley (Printable Version)

A vibrant mix of seasonal fruits gently coated in a zesty citrus syrup.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces
03 - 1 cup seedless grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced
05 - 1 cup blueberries

→ Citrus Syrup

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Hull and slice strawberries; peel and slice kiwi. Cut pineapple into bite-sized pieces and halve grapes. Place all prepared fruits in a large mixing bowl.
02 - Whisk together fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, and honey or agave syrup in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Pour the citrus syrup over the prepared fruits in the large bowl.
04 - Gently toss the fruits and syrup together to ensure an even coating without bruising the fruit.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes, which means you can feed guests or yourself without spending your afternoon in the kitchen.
  • The citrus syrup is barely there, just enough to make the natural sweetness pop and remind you why you fell in love with fruit in the first place.
  • No cooking required means no heat in your kitchen, perfect for warm days when you want something cool and alive on your plate.
02 -
  • Prep the syrup before the fruit and keep it cold—this prevents the citrus from oxidizing and turning bitter while you're chopping.
  • The kiwi will turn everything slightly greenish if it sits too long in the citrus syrup; add it in the last few minutes if you're not serving immediately.
  • Taste the syrup before pouring it over the fruit. If it tastes too strong, you've got time to dilute it with a splash of water.
03 -
  • Make the citrus syrup the night before and keep it cold in a small jar—it intensifies the flavor and saves you a step when guests arrive.
  • If you're transporting this to a picnic or potluck, pack the fruit and syrup separately and combine them just before serving to keep everything fresh and prevent the lighter fruits from getting waterlogged.
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