Classic Fruit Salad
For a refreshing, vibrant treat, look no further than this Classic Fruit Salad. This easy-to-make recipe combines apples, bananas, strawberries, blueberries, and mango, tossed in a hint of lemon juice for freshness and flavor. With a colorful mix of fruits and simple preparation, it’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a light dessert.

This fruit salad can be enjoyed on its own or transformed into a layered fruit and yogurt parfait for added flair. It’s a delicious and healthy choice for all ages!
Why You’ll Love Classic Fruit Salad
- Quick and Easy: Made in minutes with no cooking required.
- Naturally Sweet: Fresh fruit adds natural sweetness with no added sugar.
- Great for Any Meal: Enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack, or a light dessert.
- Versatile Serving Options: Serve it buffet-style, in parfait cups, or as a parfait with vegan yogurt.
What You Need to Make Classic Fruit Salad
To make this delightful fruit salad, you’ll need the following ingredients (see the recipe card below for exact measurements):
- Apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- Bananas, peeled and sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- Blueberries
- Mango, peeled and cut into chunks
How to Make Classic Fruit Salad
- Prepare the Apples and Bananas: In a large bowl, combine the diced apples, sliced bananas, and lemon juice. Toss well to coat the fruit in the lemon juice, which helps prevent browning.
- Add Remaining Fruit: Add the strawberries, blueberries, and mango to the bowl with the apples and bananas. Mix gently until all the fruits are well combined.
- Serve: Serve buffet-style or portion into parfait cups.
- Optional Parfait Assembly: To make a fruit and yogurt parfait, layer the fruit salad and vegan yogurt in parfait cups: start with a layer of fruit, then yogurt, then fruit, and finish with a final layer of fruit salad. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.
Commonly Asked Questions
Can I use frozen fruit in this salad?
Fresh fruit is best for texture, but if using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain it well to avoid excess liquid.
How can I prevent the fruit from browning?
The lemon juice in this recipe helps keep apples and bananas from browning. You can add a bit more lemon if needed.
What other fruits work well in this salad?
Feel free to add grapes, oranges, or kiwi for more variety and color.
How long will this fruit salad stay fresh?
It’s best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to two days. Bananas may soften, so you can add them just before serving if needed.
How do I make it into a parfait?
Layer fruit salad and vegan yogurt in a parfait cup, alternating until full. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.

Classic Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 2 apples peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 bananas peeled and sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups hulled and sliced strawberries
- 2 cups blueberries
- 1 mango peeled and cut into chunks
Instructions
- Add the apples, bananas, and lemon juice to a large bowl, toss to combine. Add the strawberries, blueberries and mango and mix all of the ingredients until well combined.
- Serve buffet style or portion into parfait cups.