Watermelon Fruit Salad
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Watermelon Fruit Salad
Description
Watermelon Fruit Salad features ripe watermelon chopped into bite-sized cubes mixed with a variety of berries and cherries. Fresh mint adds a herbal note, while lemon zest and juice introduce a lively citrus brightness. A drizzle of honey rounds out the acidity, bringing balanced sweetness to the salad.
After combining the fruit and herbs, the dressing of lemon juice and honey is whisked and poured over, then gently tossed to coat for even flavor. Chilling the salad for at least an hour lets the flavors meld and the fruit chill thoroughly, enhancing its refreshing qualities.
This salad serves well as a cooling snack, a complement to grilled meats, or a light dessert. The mix of textures from the watermelon’s crisp juiciness to the soft berries gives a pleasant mouthfeel.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to four days, although the fresh fruit is best enjoyed sooner to maintain its texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 5 cups watermelon rind removed and chopped to 1/2 to 1-inch cubes, seedless
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup blackberry
- 1 cup Cherry pitted and halved
- 1/4 cup mint chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 lemon juiced, plural
- 1/4 cup honey (or agave)
Instructions
- Combine watermelon, berries, cherries, mint and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk together the lemon juice and honey until blended. Drizzle over fruit and then gently toss to coat.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour prior to serving. Serve cold. Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Notes
- This fruit salad can be prepared ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to four days without significant loss of freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 107 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 107kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 280mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 660IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 45.5mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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