Poppy Seed Fruit Salad

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1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
2 teaspoons poppy seed
1 cup strawberries, cut in half
1 cup cubed pineapple
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup cubed watermelon
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted, if desired

1. In medium bowl, mix honey, limeade concentrate and poppy seed.
2. Carefully toss fruit with honey mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.

To toast nuts, bake uncovered in ungreased shallow pan in 350°F oven about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown. Or cook in ungreased heavy skillet over medium-low heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently until browning begins, then stirring constantly until golden brown.

Make the Most of This Recipe

Substitution
You can use any kind of fresh fruit that you like in this salad. Try cantaloupe, raspberries, honeydew melon, kiwifruit, grapes or oranges.

Time Saver
Purchase cut-up fresh fruit from the produce department of the grocery store. You'll need about 4 cups.

Variation
For Creamy Honey Orange Fruit Salad, mix 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon honey and 1 tablespoon orange juice. Toss fruit with creamy mixture.