Fresh Fruit Salad with Orange Dressing

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Summer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh fruit and it doesn't get better than this fresh fruit salad with orange dressing! This dish is packed with grapes and berries and is then tossed in a light and refreshing orange dressing. It's the perfect addition to any meal, dessert, or potluck and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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Fruit Salad Recipe

Tired of the same old boring fruit salad? This recipe is for a delicious and refreshing fruit salad with orange dressing. It's perfect for a summer picnic or potluck. The best part is that it only takes a few minutes to make!

The sweet and tangy orange dressing complements the fresh fruits perfectly. The salad can be prepped ahead of time, so it's perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Plus, it's healthy and packed with vitamins and antioxidants!

Want something a bit more savory? Check out this strawberry and feta salad. It's another great fruit salad but has a salty savory addition of feta in every bite.

Ingredients

½ cup granulated sugar (115g)
2 tablespoons orange juice (30ml)
Zest of 1 orange
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
2 pints strawberries, sliced (700g)
2 cups green grapes, halved (300g)
2 cups red grapes, halved (300g)
1 cup blueberries (148g)

Optional: Fresh mint for garnish

bowls of grapes, strawberries, and oranges on white table

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How to Make a Fruit Salad

Wash and slice the strawberries and grapes, then toss them together with the blueberries in a bowl and set them aside.

strawberry slices in large glass bowl with orange halves on cutting board on the right

In a small saucepan stir together the sugar, water, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.

Bring this mixture to a boil over medium heat, and then let it continue cooking for 15 minutes, or until it has thickened. Then, remove it from the heat and let it cool.

Once cooled, toss the fruit with this dressing.

dressing being poured over bowl of fruit salad

Serve with a bit of mint as a garnish. This is best served chilled.

white bowl of fruit salad with strawberries blueberries and grapes

Frequently Asked Questions

What Fruits Should Not Be Mixed Into Fruit Salad?

When making a fruit salad, it's important to be aware of which fruits should not be mixed together. For example, apples and bananas can sometimes turn brown when combined with other citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruit. Bananas should also not be added too early as they will become mushy. Other fruits that don't mix well are pineapples and kiwis.

How Do You Keep Cut Fruit Salad Fresh?

The trick to keeping a fruit salad fresh is using ripe yet firm fruits, and adding the orange dressing just before serving. The acid from the orange juice will help keep the fruits from turning brown. Covering the bowl with plastic wrap or wax paper and storing in the refrigerator also helps to preserve its freshness.

How Long is Fruit Salad Good For?

To ensure that your fruit salad stays fresh, it's important to cover the bowl with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator. The fruits will last up to two days when stored this way. The orange dressing is perfect to help keep the fruits from browning.

What is in Fruit Salad Dressing?

Fruit salad dressing usually consists of sugar, vanilla extract, and orange juice. The amount of each ingredient can be adjusted to taste. For a more intense flavor, you can also add lemon or lime juice as well as a splash of balsamic vinegar. The orange juice provides sweetness while the citrus juices give it an extra punch of flavor.

oval white bowl of strawberry and grape fruit salad on white table

More Easy Recipes

Salads like this are a great addition to any menu, and especially at breakfast. I love how light and refreshing they are, and how the kids love this. If you like sides like this, then you'll like some of my other options below. Take a moment to bookmark them, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest to make soon!

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Yield: 8

Fresh Fruit Salad with Orange Dressing

This fresh fruit salad with orange dressing is a great addition to your menu! Delicious sweet fruit is the ideal side dish!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

½ cup granulated sugar (115g)
2 tablespoons orange juice (30ml)
Zest of 1 orange
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (5ml)
2 pints strawberries, sliced (700g)
2 cups green grapes, halved (300g)
2 cups red grapes, halved (300g)
1 cup blueberries (148g)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, whisk together the sugar, water, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
Then, bring this to a boil over a medium hat. Once it is boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until thickened.
Once the sauce has cooled, toss it with the prepared fruit. Chill until ready to serve then garnish with mint.