How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce?

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon Colmans dry mustard, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar, and more.

Is Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce suitable as salads?

Yes, Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon Colmans dry mustard; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/3 cup distilled white vinegar; 1 1/2 tablespoons very finely minced onion (as close to liquid as possible); 1 cup canola oil; 2 tablespoons poppy seeds; 2 crispy, tart apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 ripe bananas, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 medium ripe cantaloupe or honeydew melon, peeled, seeded, and cut into 2-inch pieces

Fresh, crisp and full of flavor — this Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce is a must-try. Made with sugar, mustard, kosher salt and white vinegar.…

This Fruit Salad with LemonPoppy Dipping Sauce relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as sugar, colmans dry mustard, kosher salt and distilled white vinegar. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 824 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Salads

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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