Description
Citrus and Pomegranate Fruit Salad is a light, refreshing dish featuring oranges, grapefruit, and pomegranate seeds. Bursting with natural sweetness and tang, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a healthy dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 oranges (navel or blood oranges), peeled and sliced
- 1 grapefruit (pink or ruby red), peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
- 1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Peel the oranges and grapefruit, removing as much of the white pith as possible.
- Slice the citrus into rounds or segments and place them in a large bowl.
- Add the pomegranate seeds and gently toss to combine.
- Drizzle with lime or lemon juice if using for added brightness.
- Chill for 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves just before serving.
Notes
Add sliced kiwi or pineapple for a tropical twist.Sprinkle with Tajín or chili powder for a sweet-spicy kick.Top with chopped pistachios or almonds for crunch.Drizzle with honey to sweeten, if desired.Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
