Red White and Blue Salad (Print Version)
Patriotic fruit medley of berries and pineapple, tossed in honey-lime; chill for brighter flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
02 - 1 cup raspberries
03 - 1 cup blueberries
04 - 1 cup blackberries
05 - 1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into bite-sized pieces
06 - 1 cup mini marshmallows (optional, for extra sweetness and color contrast)
07 - 1 medium banana, sliced
→ Dressing
08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
10 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
# How-To Steps:
01 - Place strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, pineapple, banana, and mini marshmallows (if desired) in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, and lime zest until thoroughly blended.
03 - Drizzle the lime-honey dressing over the mixed fruits.
04 - Gently toss all ingredients with a serving spoon to evenly coat the fruit in dressing. Serve immediately or chill for one hour to intensify the flavors.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Your friends will think you spent hours, but it takes barely 15 minutes.
- You can play with the fruit combination to suit what’s in your fridge or your mood.
02 -
- I once over-mixed the salad and wound up with unintended fruit mush—it’s best to be delicate.
- Tossing the bananas in a hint of citrus juice before mixing keeps their color lively and their flavor on point.
03 -
- Wash berries just before using—never ahead—or you risk them getting mushy too soon.
- A touch more zest adds surprise brightness; trust your nose as you finish the salad.