Tangy Citrus Fruit Salad

This tangy citrus fruit salad is a refreshing and healthy way to start your day or end your meal. The combination of grapefruit, orange, lemon, lime, and berries provides a burst of flavor and nutrients. The mint adds a refreshing touch, and the honey or maple syrup (optional) adds a touch of sweetness. This salad is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can add more or less of any of the ingredients, or substitute different fruits or berries.

Citrus fruit salads have been around for centuries, but this particular recipe was inspired by a trip to the Amalfi Coast in Italy. I was staying at a small bed and breakfast, and the owner served us a simple fruit salad for breakfast every morning. The salad was made with fresh grapefruit, orange, lemon, and lime, and it was so delicious that I asked her for the recipe. She told me that her grandmother had taught her to make the salad, and that it was a traditional Italian dish. I was so impressed with the salad that I decided to recreate it at home. I experimented with different proportions of fruit and added some fresh mint and honey to taste. The result was this tangy citrus fruit salad, which is now one of my favorite summer dishes.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
• 1 orange, peeled and segmented
• 1 lemon, peeled and segmented
• 1 lime, peeled and segmented
• 1 cup fresh berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
• 1/2 cup chopped mint
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (optional)
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to coat.
2. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of grapefruit, orange, lemon, and lime provides a bright and tangy flavor.
• The berries add a touch of sweetness and juiciness.
• The mint adds a refreshing touch.
• The honey or maple syrup (optional) adds a touch of sweetness (if desired).