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Colorful Trifle Fruit Salad

This vibrant layered fruit salad combines strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, banana, and mandarin oranges, drizzled with a light citrus-honey glaze for a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Course Dessert, Potluck, Snack
Cuisine American, Healthy
Keyword Easy Recipe, fruit salad, Guilt-Free Dessert, No-Bake Dessert, Trifle
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 150kcal

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup strawberries, halved Look for berries that are bright red all over—no white tips for maximum flavor!
  • 1 cup blueberries Plump, juicy blueberries add a pop of color and sweetness.
  • 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced The emerald-green circles add beautiful contrast.
  • 1 banana, sliced Go for ripe but firm bananas so they don’t get mushy.
  • 2 mandarin oranges, peeled and separated Fresh is unbeatable but canned works in a pinch.
  • Fresh mint for garnish Just a few leaves add a cool, refreshing aroma.

Citrus Glaze

  • 2 tbsp orange juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice Balances sweetness and keeps the fruit bright.
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup Honey for floral notes, maple for a cozy touch.

Instructions

Preparation

  • Wash your berries and kiwi well, then slice the banana and kiwi, halve the strawberries, and peel the mandarins.

Citrus Glaze

  • In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, lemon juice, and your favorite sweetener.

Layering

  • In a large trifle dish or glass bowl, create colorful layers starting with strawberries, followed by blueberries, kiwi, banana, and finishing with mandarins.

Finishing Touches

  • Pour the citrus glaze evenly over the fruit layers. You can toss the fruit gently or leave them in layers.
  • Top with fresh mint leaves for a crisp finish.
  • Serve immediately for the best freshness, or chill for 20 minutes.

Notes

To prevent banana browning, toss slices in a splash of lemon juice before layering. For the freshest flavor, assemble just before serving.
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