Citrus Poppyseed Fruit Salad
Even if your fruit is slightly underripe, adding a combination of coconut water, lime, and honey helps to add some sweetness - and the poppy seeds add a nice crunch. This salad works great as a traveling snack or for a picnic.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut water
- 1 lime, zest and flesh only
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) honey
- 2 Tablespoons (18 g) poppy seeds
- 3 pounds (1.3 kg) diced apples [or pineapple, blackberry, kiwi, blueberry, or fruit of choice]
Directions
- Place the coconut water, lime zest and peeled lime into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
- Start the machine on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed, blending for 30 seconds.
- Add the poppy seeds to the container and stir to incorporate. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to allow the poppy seeds to hydrate. Then, toss gently with the fruit to coat, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Chef's Notes
- Whole limes always provide the freshest citrus flavor - the zest carries a lot of essential oils that help to flavor the salad, bringing a nice "zing" to it. Adding a simple dressing like this one can breathe life into everyday fruits, encouraging even the pickiest of eaters to try something new.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut water
- 1 lime, zest and flesh only
- 3 Tablespoons (45 ml) honey
- 2 Tablespoons (18 g) poppy seeds
- 3 pounds (1.3 kg) diced apples [or pineapple, blackberry, kiwi, blueberry, or fruit of choice]
Directions
- Place the coconut water, lime zest and peeled lime into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the blade base.
- Start the machine on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed, blending for 30 seconds.
- Add the poppy seeds to the container and stir to incorporate. Let sit for 15-20 minutes to allow the poppy seeds to hydrate. Then, toss gently with the fruit to coat, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Chef's Notes
- Whole limes always provide the freshest citrus flavor - the zest carries a lot of essential oils that help to flavor the salad, bringing a nice "zing" to it. Adding a simple dressing like this one can breathe life into everyday fruits, encouraging even the pickiest of eaters to try something new.