Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad
This refreshing fruit salad combines ripe peaches, juicy berries, and fragrant basil, all tied together with a honey-lime dressing. It’s perfect as a light dessert or a healthy snack on a hot day.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 serving bowl
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, sliced
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 lime, juice Juice of 1 lime
- a pinch salt
Instructions
- Wash the peaches, strawberries, and blueberries thoroughly. Slice the peaches into wedges and halve the strawberries. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, halved strawberries, and blueberries.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until well blended.
- Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruit in the large bowl.
- Gently toss the fruit and dressing together until all the pieces are evenly coated.
- Fold in the chopped fresh basil leaves gently.
- Transfer the fruit salad into a serving bowl and serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 10 minutes to chill before serving.
- Feel free to add other fruits like raspberries, cantaloupe, or mangoes for additional flavor.
- If desired, sprinkle feta cheese on top for a savory twist.
Notes
Feel free to add other fruits like raspberries, cantaloupe, or mangoes for additional flavor.
This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day, but it's best enjoyed fresh.
For a variation, try adding a sprinkle of feta cheese for a savory twist.