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Easy Red White Blue Fruit Salad Recipe Perfect for Summer Snacks

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A refreshing and colorful fruit salad featuring blueberries, strawberries, apples, and grapes tossed with a honey-lime-mint dressing. Perfect for summer snacks and patriotic celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (washed and dried)
  • 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1 large apple, diced (Honeycrisp preferred)
  • 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
  • 2 tablespoons honey (local, raw if possible)
  • Juice of one small lime
  • 1 tablespoon freshly chopped mint leaves (optional)
  • Optional add-ins: 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds or walnuts
  • Optional add-ins: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  1. Rinse all the fresh fruit under cold water and pat dry gently with paper towels. Hull and quarter the strawberries, dice the apple into bite-sized chunks (leave the skin on), and halve the grapes. Place all the fruit in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of honey and the juice of one small lime until combined. Chop about a tablespoon of fresh mint leaves and stir them into the honey-lime mixture.
  3. Pour the dressing over the fruit. Using a large spoon or salad tongs, gently toss everything until the fruit is evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the berries. If desired, sprinkle nuts or feta cheese on top and give a light stir.
  4. Optional: Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid. Give one last gentle toss before serving.
  5. Garnish with a few whole mint leaves before serving.

Notes

Use firm, ripe fruit to avoid mushiness. Dice apples just before tossing with lime dressing to prevent browning. Fresh lime juice is preferred over bottled for best flavor. Gently toss to avoid bruising berries. Adjust honey to taste depending on fruit sweetness. Salad can be chilled for better flavor melding but avoid overnight storage to prevent sogginess. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well.

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Keywords: fruit salad, summer snack, red white blue, blueberries, strawberries, apple, grapes, honey lime dressing, easy fruit salad

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