Description
Experience the essence of summer with this vibrant Summer Peach Fruit Salad, showcasing juicy peaches at its core. This delightful dish combines a colorful medley of seasonal fruits, all enhanced by a zesty citrus-mint dressing. Whether you crave a hydrating snack, a light side for barbecues, or an impressive dessert for guests, this salad shines in every role. Quick to prepare and packed with vitamins, it’s perfect for picnics and sunny afternoons alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 ripe peaches, sliced or cubed
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup seedless grapes (red or green), halved
- 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced (optional)
- Juice of 1 lime or lemon
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash all fruits thoroughly. Slice peaches into cubes or wedges; halve the grapes and strawberries.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared peaches, strawberries, blueberries, grapes, and kiwi gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice and honey (if using) with chopped mint leaves for the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15–30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with extra mint leaves before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe peaches for optimal sweetness. Feel free to mix in other seasonal fruits like melons or raspberries for added variety. Allow the salad to chill to enhance flavors.