As the summer sun reaches its peak, there's no better way to celebrate the season's bounty than with a refreshing and colorful salad filled with the best fruit summer has to offer, plus cucumber for crunch.
From the sweet burst of strawberries and blueberries to the crisp coolness of cucumber and the unexpected twist of fresh basil, this salad is a perfect balance of flavors. Drizzled with a zesty lime and honey dressing, it's not just a side dish—it's a celebration of summer on a plate.
Experiment and modify the ingredients by adding your recommended Superfoods and removing any of your Avoid foods as preferred.
Makes: About 5 cups
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: N/A
Total Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
Zest of 1 lime
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons honey
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup hulled & quartered strawberries
1 cup blueberries
1 cup pitted sweet red cherries
1 1/2 cups cubed watermelon
1 cup cucumber slices
2 chopped nectarines
About 5 fresh basil leaves
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime zest, lime juice, olive oil, honey, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, toss together the strawberries, blueberries, cherries, watermelon, cucumber, and nectarines. Use your hands to tear the basil leaves into small pieces and add to the fruit.
Pour the dressing over the fruit just before serving and toss to combine.
Notes
This salad is best when dressed just before serving and eaten the day it's made. However, any leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator. The fruit will give off moisture and become softer in texture as it sits.
Nutrition Information
For 1 cup
Calories: 114
Total Fat: 3 grams
Saturated Fat: Less than 1 gram
Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Sodium: 60 milligrams
Carbohydrate: 23 grams
Fiber: 3 grams
Sugar: 15.5 grams
Added Sugar: 1 gram
Protein: 2 grams
