Chick-Fil-A Fruit Salad Copycat Recipe

Craving Chick-fil-A’s refreshing fruit cup but want to make it at home? This Chick-fil-A Fruit Salad Copycat Recipe is the perfect blend of fresh, juicy fruits with a delicious balance of sweetness and crunch. Made with a colorful mix of strawberries, blueberries, apples, mandarin oranges, and fresh pineapple, this homemade version tastes just like the real thing—without the drive-thru!

I must admit that I’m picky when it comes to fruit salad. Some fruit salads are just too much work to eat. I don’t want to wrestle with giant chunks of melon or awkwardly stab at a whole grape that keeps rolling off my fork. That’s why I love Chick-fil-A’s fruit salad! It’s fresh, simple, and made of smaller, easier-to-eat pieces. The fruit combination is perfect—sweet mandarin oranges, juicy blueberries, tart apples, and ripe strawberries. No filler fruit, just the good stuff!

You’re in for a treat if you love Chick-fil-A’s fruit cup as much as I do. This copycat recipe captures the same fresh flavors in an easy-to-make version you can enjoy anytime at home. We make a large batch of it and serve it throughout the week. Everyone loves it!

Ingredients:

• 1 can mandarin oranges (drained)
• 8 ounces blueberries
• 8 ounces strawberries (diced)
• 1 gala apple (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 1 granny smith apple (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• Lemon juice (to prevent browning)

Instructions:

1. Wash the strawberries and blueberries in a vinegar-water wash (1 part vinegar to 3 parts water). Rinse and let dry.
2. Dice the strawberries into small pieces.
3. Cut both apples into bite-sized pieces and coat them in lemon juice to keep them fresh.
4. Drain the mandarin oranges.
5. Mix everything in a large bowl.
6. Store in an airtight container in the fridge and drain excess juices before serving.

Why This Fruit Salad is the Best

Unlike traditional fruit salads that often contain large chunks of cantaloupe or honeydew, this one is all about easy-to-eat, bite-sized goodness. Every forkful is packed with fresh, flavorful fruit that actually tastes good together.

All the fruits in it are tasty and combine well with one another. I like that you can easily eat this with a fork and you don’t have to cut up each piece into smaller pieces.

Tips, Substitutions & Storage

Tips:

• If you’re serving this at a party, prep everything beforehand but mix the apples in last to keep them from browning too much.
• A sprinkle of sugar or a drizzle of honey can enhance the natural sweetness if your fruit isn’t at peak ripeness.
• Try adding a handful of pomegranate seeds for an extra flavor.

Substitutions:

• Swap the gala or granny smith apple for a different variety based on your preference.
• Use fresh mandarin segments instead of canned if they’re in season.
• Add blackberries or raspberries for even more berry goodness.

Storage:

• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Drain any excess juices before serving to keep the fruit from getting soggy.
• If you want to make it last longer, leave the apples out and add them fresh before eating.

This Chick-Fil-A-inspired fruit salad is a perfect snack, side dish, or light dessert. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or serving it up at a gathering, it’s sure to be a hit!

More Recipes You May Enjoy:

• Chick-fil-A Mac and Cheese Recipe
• Easy Fruit Salad Dressing
• Mexican Fruit Salad with Cream