Description

A fruit cocktail recipe is a refreshing, vibrant blend of seasonal and tropical fruits, often enhanced with sweeteners, citrus juices, and optional toppings like nuts or coconut. This versatile dish can serve as a healthy snack, a dessert, or a side dish, offering endless possibilities for customization. Perfect for any occasion, fruit cocktail recipes combine health and flavor in one delicious, colorful bowl.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup pineapple (diced)
1 cup mango (diced)
1 cup strawberries (sliced)
1 cup grapes (halved)
1 cup blueberries
2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup (optional)
2 tablespoons citrus juice (lemon, lime, or orange)
Optional: Shredded coconut, chopped almonds, walnuts, or pecans
Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Prepare the Fruits: Rinse all fruits thoroughly and peel or core if necessary. Cut fruits into bite-sized pieces.
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared fruits.
Add Sweetener and Citrus: Drizzle the fruit mix with honey or simple syrup (if using), and add citrus juice.
Gently Stir: Mix gently to combine, ensuring the fruits stay intact.
Optional Add-ins: Add shredded coconut, chopped nuts, or mint leaves for extra flavor and texture.
Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving for a refreshing taste.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness based on the ripeness of the fruit. If the fruits are already sweet, you may not need extra sweeteners.
You can substitute frozen fruit if fresh options are limited, but make sure to thaw them slightly before using.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No cook
Cuisine: International

Nutrition

Serving Size: 100g
Calories: 80 kcal
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 2mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: fruit cocktail, fresh fruit salad, healthy dessert, refreshing fruit mix