Are you ready to transform your summer days with the most mouthwatering, vibrant, and incredibly easy fruit salad that will make your taste buds dance? This Summer Fruit Salad with Lemon Dressing is not just a recipe—it's a cool, refreshing escape from the heat that promises to become your new seasonal obsession. Packed with juicy watermelon, sweet cantaloupe, plump blueberries, and succulent strawberries, this salad is like a sunshine-filled party on your plate that takes just 10 minutes to prepare!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cantaloupe, cubed
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon mint, chopped
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all the fruits. Start with the watermelon. Cut the watermelon in half, then use a knife to cut out the flesh into cubes. Aim for approximately 2 cups of cubed watermelon.
- Next, take the cantaloupe. Cut it in half and remove the seeds. Use a melon baller or a knife to scoop out the flesh, then cut it into cubes to yield about 2 cups.
- Wash the blueberries thoroughly under cold water. Drain them and set aside.
- For the strawberries, remove the green stems and slice them into thin pieces. You should have around 1 cup of sliced strawberries.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, cubed cantaloupe, blueberries, and sliced strawberries. Gently toss the fruits together to mix them evenly without mashing them.
- In a separate small bowl, prepare the lemon dressing. Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the bowl. This will provide a refreshing tang to the salad.
- Chop the fresh mint finely and add it to the lemon juice. Stir the mixture well to combine the flavors.
- Drizzle the lemon dressing over the mixed fruits in the large bowl. Gently toss the fruit salad again to ensure that the dressing coats all the pieces of fruit evenly.
- Once mixed, taste the salad and adjust the sweetness or acidity if desired. You can add a touch of honey or more lemon juice based on your preference.
- Serve the summer fruit salad immediately in individual bowls or on a large serving platter. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired for a fresh touch.
- Enjoy your refreshing summer fruit salad as a light dessert or a healthy snack!
Tips
- Choose ripe, seasonal fruits for the most intense flavors and maximum sweetness.
- Wash all fruits thoroughly before cutting to ensure food safety.
- Cut fruits into uniform sizes for a beautiful presentation and even dressing distribution.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest, most vibrant dressing.
- Chill the ingredients before mixing to enhance the refreshing quality of the salad.
- Add the mint just before serving to keep it fresh and fragrant.
- For an extra touch, you can lightly sprinkle some sea salt to enhance the fruits' natural sweetness.
- Serve immediately after preparing to maintain the fruits' crisp texture and prevent browning.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 50kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 1g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
