Bananas: The Quick Browner – Bananas are tasty, but they brown and soften quickly once sliced, making the salad look unappealing. – Their mushy texture can also affect the overall consistency of the dish.
Watermelon: The Juicy Overwhelmer – While sweet and refreshing, watermelon releases a lot of juice, which can make your fruit salad watery and soggy. – Its high water content dilutes the flavors of other fruits.
Apples: The Oxidation Problem – Like bananas, apples brown quickly after being cut, which can make your salad look less appetizing. – Even with a squeeze of lemon juice to slow browning, their crunchy texture might not blend well with softer fruits.
Pineapple: The Acidic Dominator – Pineapple’s strong acidity can overpower more delicate fruits, masking their flavors. – It can also make softer fruits break down faster, leading to a mushy salad.
Citrus Fruits: The Bitter Mixer – Oranges and grapefruits release a lot of juice and can add bitterness if their membranes are included. – Their acidity can clash with sweeter fruits, throwing off the balance of the salad.