One way of taking care of ourselves during this warm season is to have refreshing drinks and eat watery fruits to keep our bodies hydrated. The best alternative to enjoying fresh fruits is to turn them into a salad. And here you’ll find creative fruit salad recipes that will inspire you.
Whether you’re planning a potluck party, Sunday brunch, or backyard gathering, you can’t go wrong with a pretty fruit salad. I’ve scoured the internet to give you the best and easy fruit salad recipes you can whip up at home.
Check out this collection of fruit salad recipes, find the one that you love, and wow your guests!
18 Simple Fruit Salad Recipes
1. Watermelon Salad with Cucumber and Feta
Start your summer days with this sweet, salty, and refreshing watermelon salad! Made with simple ingredients like feta cheese, basil, lime, mint, cucumber, and watermelon. This salad is a must-try, especially if you’re a fan of sweet-salty food combinations. (Via Recipe Runner)
2. Ambrosia Salad
Put the taste of summer in your salad! Loaded with juicy cherries, pineapple tidbits, Mandarin oranges, shredded coconut, and mini marshmallows, this velvety smooth and satisfying dish pairs perfectly with any holiday meal! (Via Princess Pinky Girl)
3. Mexican Fruit Salad with Chili Powder
Let’s bring all those colorful tropical fruits to your kitchen and made this festive and healthy Mexican salad that deserves a place on your table. Combining 7 refreshing fruits and chili powder for a slightly spicy kick, this salad is great for an outdoor bbq. (Via The Picky Eater)
4. Pineapple Cucumber Salad
You don’t need an occasion to whip up a delicious salad. A simple fruit you have on hand like pineapple and avocado is what you need to make this easy, flavorful dish. (Via Immaculate Bites)
5. Creamy Grape Salad
Instead of just eating grapes as a snack why not turn them into a delicious bowl of salad. This simple fruit salad gets a flavor boost from cream cheese and a cup of tangy sour cream. You definitely will adore this sweet, tangy, and mouth-watering salad! (Via My Baking Addiction)
6. Frozen Fruit Salad
The best way to cool down on a hot day? With a frozen fruit salad, of course! Not only easy to make, but this vintage salad also tastes delicious. A friendly tip: freeze it in a cupcake tin, so you can have a single-serve that you can eat anytime you want! (Via Cooking with Carlee)
7. Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Salad
Just bought strawberries and bananas? Mix and match those fruits like this yummy salad. Comes together with just 6 ingredients and combined cream cheese, pudding mix, and coffee creamer for its filling. This rich and creamy salad makes an explosive summer flavor! (Via The Slow Roasted Italian)
8. Blueberry Pineapple Congealed Salad
Call it a salad, or call it dessert. Either way, this layered blueberries and pineapple and is topped with tangy cream cheese and sour cream combination is insanely delicious. It’s a great choice to bring to potlucks, holiday parties, or enjoy whenever you need a treat. (Via Lana’s Cooking)
9. Thai Mango Salad
Surprise your tastebuds with this amazing Thai salad. The sweet, spicy, tangy, and umami dressing is made with only 5 easy ingredients, yet it’s chock full of flavor. And in just 10 minutes, you’ll have this salad for lunch or dinner in no time! (Via Two Kooks in the Kitchen)
10. Creamsicle Mandarin Orange Salad with Vanilla Pudding
Looking for an easy fruit salad that you can whip up at home? This one is for you. Mandarin oranges and crushed pineapple are treated to a creamy topping of Cool whip and vanilla instant pudding mix in this delightful salad. (Via Scrambled Chefs)
11. Sunrise Tropical Fruit Salad
Made with fresh mango, oranges, pineapple, strawberries, bananas, and coconut chia cream, this luscious and colorful fruit salad is made for enjoying all year round. This fun individual glass fruit salad is a guaranteed party favorite! (Via Cupcakes and Kale Chips)
12. Cranberry Jello Salad
Does it still count as fruit salad if it’s molded in a stunning shape and topped with a creamy, fluffy, whipped cream? Of course it does. It’s a fabulous edible centerpiece that will impress your guests. (Via Dinner at the Zoo)
Related: 27 Delicious Cranberry Recipes to Pop Up Any Fall Meal
13. Fresh Peach Salad with Basil
Ripe peaches, honey, basil leaves, and lemon chevre come together to create a sweet treat that is simply put, but hard to resist. Your family is sure will love this simple, yet delicious salad. (Via A Spicy Perspective)
14. Citrus Salad with Dates and Pistachios
Looks like the kind of thing you’d get at an instagrammable cafe, right? But with just a handful of ingredients, you can easily whip up this Moroccan-inspired salad at home. Get ready coz you’re about to rake in all the amazing reviews for this lovely salad. (Via Feasting at Home)
15. Winter Fruit Salad with Maple-Lime Dressing
Fruit salad doesn’t have to be only a spring-summer thing. This wintery version is great if you’re looking for a Christmas or Thanksgiving side dish.
Made with red apples, pears, oranges, kiwi, dried cranberries, and pomegranate seeds, this combination complements well with its explosive flavorful maple lime dressing! (Via Julia’s Album)
16. Berry Fruit Salad
You will agree with me that strawberries + blueberries + raspberries + blackberries + honey syrup + lime juice = a pretty fantastic combination. The assortment of glowing red-blue shades somehow makes this salad looks beautiful. It’s perfect for a spring or summer brunch. (Via Recipe Runner)
Related: 22 Best Blackberry Recipes to Make The Most of Berry Season
17. Cherry Salad
What’s better than fresh, juicy cherries? Fresh, juicy cherry combined with pineapple chunks, then whipped with Cool whip and sweetened with a can of condensed milk. Creamy and easy to prepare, this refreshing, good-for-you fruit salad is a springtime favorite. (Via Simply Stacie)
18. Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad
Filled with the season’s best, freshest fruit, this salad shouts summer!
Loaded with mango, pineapple tidbits, strawberries, kiwi slices, bananas, and mandarin orange all rolled together into a creamy cheesecake filling. This salad is a wonderfully simple addition to any summertime meal! (Via Salty Side Dish)
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