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Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad

Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad

This Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad is a fresh and vibrant recipe, which includes honeydew melon and lychees. It’s a great low-effort dessert or breakfast option, ready in just 15 minutes plus chilling.

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Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad Ingredients

  • 1 just-ripe honeydew melon, peeled, deseeded, and cut into 2cm chunks
  • 4 kiwis, peeled, quartered, and halved
  • ½ bunch green grapes, halved
  • 1 × 425g tin lychees in syrup
  • 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint
  • 4 tbsp elderflower cordial

How To Make Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad

  1. Combine the fruit: Add melon, kiwis, and grapes to a large bowl.
  2. Add lychees and mint: Drain lychees (reserve 100ml syrup), add to bowl, and sprinkle with chopped mint.
  3. Make the dressing: Mix reserved lychee syrup with elderflower cordial in a small jug.
  4. Toss and chill: Pour syrup mixture over fruit, stir gently, and chill until ready to serve.
Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad
Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad

Recipe Tips

  • Can I use fresh lychees?
    Yes, substitute 6 fresh lychees and mix 100ml water with the cordial if no syrup is available.
  • Can this be made ahead?
    Yes, it can be made up to 6 hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
  • How to keep fruit from browning?
    Use acid from the elderflower syrup and chill immediately to maintain color.
  • Is elderflower cordial necessary?
    It adds a fragrant sweetness, but can be replaced with a splash of orange juice or simple syrup if needed.

What To Serve With Honeydew Fruit Salad

This light fruit salad pairs well with:

  • Greek yogurt or skyr
  • Toasted granola
  • A drizzle of honey
  • Chia pudding or overnight oats

How To Store Honeydew Fruit Salad

Refrigerate:
Store in a sealed container for up to 1 day. Best served within 6 hours for peak freshness.

Freeze:
Not recommended, as fruit will lose texture upon thawing.

Honeydew Fruit Salad Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: ~120 per serving
  • Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Sugar: 23g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I use other fruits instead of kiwi?

Yes, try using strawberries, mango, or blueberries.

Is it suitable for a brunch menu?

Absolutely, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a light dessert.

What if I can’t find elderflower cordial?

Use a light fruit juice like white grape or a splash of lemon-lime soda.

Can I make a larger batch for a party?

Yes, simply double or triple the recipe as needed.

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Marry Berry Honeydew Fruit Salad

Author: Imen Dridi Cooking Method:No-Cook Cuisine:British Courses:Dessert
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 15 minutesCook time: minutesRest time: 30 minutesTotal time: 45 minutesServings:6 servingsCalories:120 kcal Best Season:Available

Description

A light, fragrant fruit salad with honeydew, lychees, and kiwi in a floral elderflower dressing.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Combine melon, kiwi, and grapes in a bowl.
  2. Drain lychees (reserve 100ml syrup), add fruit and mint.
  3. Mix syrup with cordial and pour over fruit.
  4. Stir gently and chill until serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh lychees with 100ml water if desired.
  • Keep covered and chilled until ready to serve.
  • Best consumed within 6 hours.
  • Swap elderflower cordial with fruit juice if unavailable.
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