I hope you’re managing to stay cool in this sizzling summer heat! If you’re anything like me, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. That’s why I’ve got a fabulous, no-bake recipe that’s perfect for these scorching days: a Fresh Fruit Salad with Lime Honey Dressing. It’s cool, refreshing, and incredibly easy to make.
Ingredients for the fruit salad with lime honey dressing
- Fruit Salad:
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed
- 1/2 cup strawberries, halved
- A handful of blueberries
- Lime Honey Dressing:
- 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice (or frozen limeade if you have it on hand)
- Zest from one lime
- 1 Tbsp honey
- 1/2 Tbsp poppy seeds
- 2 tsp finely chopped mint leaves
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fruit
- Cut all your fruit into nice, bite-sized pieces. Combine the watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, and blueberries in a large bowl. Feel free to add other fruits like grapes or cherries for variety.
- Make the honey lime Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, honey, poppy seeds, and chopped mint leaves. This dressing is a game-changer, adding a zesty sweetness that makes the fruit salad pop!
- Combine and Chill:
- Pour the lime honey dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat. Keep the salad in the fridge until you’re ready to serve. Tip: Don’t make this too far in advance, as the watermelon can release a lot of juice and make the salad watery.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- For a fancy touch, add some bigger mint leaves to the center of the salad right before serving. It looks beautiful and adds a fresh aroma.
- Or cut the watermelon into triangles and create a star with more fruit in the center. It really makes for quite a beautiful presentation.
Watermelon Picking Tips:
Picking the perfect watermelon can be a bit of an art. Here are my go-to tips:
- Weight: A good watermelon should feel heavy for its size.
- Sound: Tap it—you’re looking for a hollow sound.
- Appearance: Look for a yellow patch on one side with squiggle markings, which are supposedly from bees. They know a sweet melon! 🐝
These tips have worked wonders for me, but I’d love to hear from you. What do you look for when picking out a good watermelon? Drop me a comment below and share your secrets!
Stay cool and enjoy this refreshing summer fruit salad with lime honey dressing treat!
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That looks delicious!