Potluck Recipe: Minty Citrus Sweet Fruit Salad

Fruit salad is always a summer favorite at potlucks! With tons of fresh, juicy fruit in season, it's easy to find the ingredients, and a jiffy to throw together at the last minute. This one combines the fresh, summery flavor of mint with tangy citrus juice and honey for an all natural and healthy dessert treat. You may not even want to take it to the pot luck, but save it for yourself!  :-)

Minty Citrus Sweet Fruit Salad

Ingredients:

Fruit Salad. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

1/4 cup finely chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup natural honey
1 can (15 oz) pineapple chunks (or fresh)
1 large cantaloupe, cut bite sized pieces (or 2 cups diced watermelon)
3 cups berries (any in season)
2 cups seedless grapes, halved
1 tart apple, washed, cored, diced
1 cup chopped pecans or other nuts

Directions:

• In a large serving bowl, put the mint, lime juice, orange juice, and honey, and whisk until well blended and slightly frothy.
• Add to the bowl the everything EXCEPT the nuts, and stir gently to combine.
• Cover bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Stir again gently before serving, then top with nuts and serve.
• Will serve 8 small portions at a potluck, but can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.