Description
A vibrant and refreshing summer fruit salad packed with a colorful mix of watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, grapes, peach, and pineapple, lightly sweetened with honey, infused with fresh mint, and brightened with lime juice. This no-cook recipe is perfect for a quick, healthy snack or side dish that celebrates the freshness of seasonal fruits.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup grapes, halved
- 1 peach, diced
- 1 cup pineapple, chopped
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon: Cut the watermelon into cubes and place them into a large mixing bowl to serve as the base of your fruit salad.
- Slice the strawberries: Remove the tops and slice the strawberries evenly, then add them to the mixing bowl with the watermelon.
- Rinse blueberries: Thoroughly wash the blueberries under cold water, drain well, and add them to the bowl with the other fruit.
- Halve the grapes: Cut the grapes in half, remove any seeds if needed, and add them into the fruit mixture in the bowl.
- Dice the peach: Cut the peach in half, remove the pit, dice into small pieces, and mix into the bowl with the other fruits.
- Chop the pineapple: Cut the pineapple into bite-sized chunks and add it to the bowl with all the prepared fruit.
- Add honey: Drizzle one tablespoon of honey evenly over the fruit mixture to provide a natural sweetness.
- Add fresh mint: Sprinkle one tablespoon of chopped fresh mint over the fruit salad for a refreshing herbal note.
- Squeeze lime juice: Pour one tablespoon of fresh lime juice over the fruit salad to add a tangy brightness.
- Gently combine: Use a large spoon to gently stir all ingredients together carefully to avoid mashing the fruit.
- Adjust flavor: Taste the salad and, if desired, add more honey or lime juice to reach your preferred balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Chill or serve: Serve the fruit salad immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors, or cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to chill before serving.
- Enjoy: Relish your delicious and colorful summer fruit salad, perfect for a light and healthy treat.
Notes
- Use ripe, fresh fruit for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust the amount of honey and lime juice based on your taste preferences.
- For added crunch, consider sprinkling nuts like chopped almonds or walnuts.
- This salad is best consumed within 1-2 days of preparation to maintain freshness.
- Optional: Add a splash of orange juice or a pinch of ground ginger for extra zest.
