Fresh Fruit Marinade

Elevate your fruit salad game with this irresistible Fresh Fruit Marinade, a quick and easy recipe that takes just 10 minutes to prepare! Featuring a harmonious blend of honey, orange juice, lime juice, and a hint of lemon zest, this marinade adds a sweet and tangy punch to any selection of freshly cut fruits. The addition of finely chopped mint leaves, a dash of vanilla extract, and a sprinkling of cinnamon creates a refreshing, aromatic profile that’s perfectly balanced with a pinch of salt. Ideal for summer gatherings, brunch spreads, or a light dessert, this versatile recipe enhances the natural sweetness of fruits like berries, melon, pineapple, and peaches. Serve immediately or let the flavors meld for up to two hours in the fridge—either way, it’s a vibrant, crowd-pleasing addition to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 0.25 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, orange juice, and lime juice. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth.

Step 2

Finely chop the fresh mint leaves. Add the mint to the mixture for a refreshing herbal note.

Step 3

Stir in the lemon zest, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness and deepen the flavor profile.

Step 4

Taste the marinade and adjust sweetness or acidity if needed by adding more honey or lime juice.

Step 5

Cover the bowl and let the marinade sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Drizzle the marinade over a mix of freshly cut fruits such as melon, berries, pineapple, or peaches, and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the fruits absorb the marinade.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	193.1 grams (193.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	246

Total Fat 0.30g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 145mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 64.50g	23%
Dietary Fiber 1.00g	4%
Total Sugars 58.10g
Protein 1.20g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 33mg	3%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 245mg	5%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.0%

Protein: 1.8%

Carbs: 97.2%