Description
A refreshing and vibrant Sunshine Citrus Fruit Salad combining sweet strawberries, blueberries, juicy watermelon, and a zesty honey-lime dressing, garnished with fresh mint leaves. Perfect as a light snack or a healthy dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Combine fruits: In a large bowl, mix together the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and cubed watermelon to form the fruit base of the salad.
- Add mint: Incorporate the chopped fresh mint leaves into the fruit mixture for a burst of herbal freshness.
- Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey and freshly squeezed lime juice until well blended, creating a sweet and tangy dressing.
- Toss salad: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and mint mixture, then gently toss everything together to evenly coat the fruit with the dressing.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and to serve it chilled and refreshing.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe fruit for the best flavor.
- Adjust the honey amount if you prefer a sweeter or more tart dressing.
- Mint can be substituted or combined with fresh basil or cilantro for different flavor profiles.
- Chilling the salad enhances the taste but it can be served immediately if short on time.
- Make sure to gently toss the fruit to avoid bruising.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: citrus fruit salad, refreshing fruit salad, honey lime dressing, summer fruit salad, healthy dessert
