Description
A refreshing summer fruit salad made with juicy seasonal fruits tossed in a bright honey-lime dressing. This colorful and healthy recipe is perfect for picnics, barbecues, brunches, or a light dessert.
Ingredients
Fruit
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups pineapple, diced
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup grapes, halved
Dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- Fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Wash and prepare all the fruit by slicing, dicing, or halving as specified to ensure bite-sized pieces.
- Combine the fruit: Add the strawberries, blueberries, watermelon, pineapple, kiwi, and grapes to a large serving bowl, mixing them gently.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, and lime zest in a small bowl until well combined.
- Toss the salad: Pour the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly without bruising the fruit.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped fresh mint leaves over the salad if desired, adding a refreshing herbal note.
- Chill before serving: Refrigerate the salad for 15 to 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and serve chilled for best taste.
Notes
- Use any combination of fresh seasonal fruits you prefer or have available.
- Add mango or peaches for extra sweetness and tropical flavor.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours to maintain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
