Description
A refreshing and vibrant Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad featuring ripe peaches, fresh berries, and grapes tossed in a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing with aromatic basil. Perfect as a healthy summer side or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 3 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup grapes, halved
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Combine Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced peaches, strawberries, blueberries, and halved grapes to prepare the salad base.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a sweet and tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruits and gently toss everything together to ensure the fruit is evenly coated without bruising.
- Add Basil: Sprinkle the thinly sliced fresh basil on top and gently mix again to incorporate the herb’s fragrant flavor with the fruit.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve: Serve the salad cold as a refreshing, healthy side dish or light dessert.
Notes
- You can substitute nectarines for peaches or add other fruits like kiwi or mango for added variety and flavor.
- For an extra fresh herbal note, add a few mint leaves along with the basil when mixing the salad.
