Refreshing Dragon Fruit Salad

1. 1
   prep · ~8 min

   Prep the fruit and cucumber.

   1.Slice dragon fruit in half lengthwise and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Cut flesh into bite-sized cubes.

   2.Peel cucumber, slice in half lengthwise, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and dice into small pieces.

   3.Peel orange, separate into segments, and chop each segment into bite-sized pieces.

   TIPChoose dragon fruit that gives slightly when pressed — it should feel like a ripe avocado.
2. 2
   mix · ~1 min

   Make the lime-honey dressing.

   1.In a small bowl, combine honey and fresh lime juice.

   2.Whisk vigorously until honey dissolves completely into the lime juice.

   3.Add a pinch of salt and mix again.

   TIPWarm honey briefly if it's too thick to whisk easily.
3. 3
   mix · ~2 min

   Toss the salad together.

   1.Add cubed dragon fruit, cucumber, and orange pieces into a large mixing bowl.

   2.Drizzle the lime-honey dressing over the fruit mixture.

   3.Toss gently with a large spoon until evenly coated.

   4.Scatter torn mint leaves over the top and fold through lightly.

   TIPToss very gently to keep the dragon fruit cubes whole and intact.
4. 4
   rest · ~10 min

   Chill the salad briefly.

   Cover the bowl with a lid or cling wrap and refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes to let the flavors meld and the salad turn refreshingly cold.

   TIPDon't skip chilling — cold fruit salad tastes noticeably brighter and more refreshing.
5. 5
   serve

   Serve the dragon fruit salad chilled.

   Give the salad a final gentle toss, spoon into individual serving bowls or cups, and serve immediately while cold. Garnish with extra mint leaves if desired.

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