Summer Fruit Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, this Summer Fruit Salad is the ultimate warm-weather treat. Featuring a luscious mix of strawberries, blueberries, juicy watermelon, sweet pineapple, tangy kiwis, and crisp grapes, this recipe delivers a nutrient-packed bowl of sunshine that’s as delicious as it is beautiful. A light citrus-honey dressing made with orange juice, lime juice, and honey enhances the sweetness of the fruit, while a sprinkle of fresh mint adds an invigorating touch. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect as a side dish, snack, or healthy dessert, this no-bake fruit salad is a must-have for BBQs, picnics, and lazy summer afternoons. Whether served immediately or chilled for extra flavor, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe that’s equal parts simple and spectacular.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 cups watermelon
- 1 cup pineapple
- 2 whole kiwis
- 1 cup grapes
- 2 tablespoons mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
Wash all fruits thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, ensuring no seeds remain.
Peel and core the pineapple before cutting it into small chunks.
Peel the kiwis and slice them into thin rounds or small chunks.
If the grapes are large, consider halving them; otherwise, leave them whole.
Finely chop the mint leaves and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, honey, and lime juice until well combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the prepared fruits and gently toss them together.
Drizzle the citrus-honey dressing over the fruit and sprinkle in the chopped mint leaves.
Gently mix the salad to evenly distribute the dressing and mint.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 616 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
