Strawberry Lemonade Fruit Salad (Printable Version)

A colorful mix of fresh berries and citrus for a cool and zesty summer treat.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup seedless green grapes, halved
04 - 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned and drained
05 - 1 cup watermelon, cubed

→ Lemonade Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

→ Garnish

09 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, grapes, pineapple, and watermelon.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, honey, and lemon zest until well combined.
03 - Pour lemonade dressing over fruit and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
04 - Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container. Sprinkle with fresh mint just before serving if desired.
05 - Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for optimal flavor, or serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes flat, which means you can stop stressing about prep time and actually enjoy the party.
  • The lemonade dressing transforms ordinary fruit into something that tastes like summer in a bowl, bright and sophisticated without trying too hard.
02 -
  • Don't cut the watermelon too far in advance—it will release water and dilute your careful dressing, turning the whole thing watery.
  • The mint goes on at the very last second, not before, because it bruises easily and loses its color and punch if it sits in the dressing.
03 -
  • Buy your strawberries from a farmer's market if you can—they're so much more fragrant and flavorful than supermarket versions, and the difference in this dish is noticeable.
  • Don't be shy with the lemon zest; that little bit of brightness is what transforms this from a nice fruit bowl into something people actually remember.
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