Description
A refreshing and vibrant berry watermelon salad tossed with fresh mint and a sweet-tangy honey lime dressing. Perfect for a light snack or a healthy dessert, this salad combines juicy watermelon cubes, ripe strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries with a zesty lime and honey drizzle.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 3 C cubed watermelon (1/2" cubes)
- 1.5 C quartered strawberries
- 1 C blueberries
- 1 C blackberries
- 1/4 C thinly sliced fresh mint
Dressing
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 lime, zested
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Combine the cubed watermelon, quartered strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries gently in a large bowl to avoid crushing the berries.
- Add Fresh Mint: Sprinkle the thinly sliced fresh mint evenly over the mixed fruit to infuse a refreshing herbal note.
- Make the Dressing: In a large measuring cup, whisk together honey, lime juice, lime zest, and olive oil until well combined and smooth.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the honey lime dressing over the fruit and mint mixture. Gently toss the salad to coat all the fruit without bursting the berries.
- Serve: Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and texture.
- Gently toss the salad to avoid bursting delicate berries.
- This salad is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a few hours.
- For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of chia seeds or a handful of chopped nuts for extra nutritional value and texture.
