Fresh Berry Salad with Honey and Mint Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Fresh Berry Salad featuring a medley of strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries, lightly dressed with a sweet and zesty honey-mint dressing. Perfect as a healthy snack or a light dessert, this salad comes together quickly in just 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruits
- 1 pound fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 6 ounces fresh blackberries
- 6 ounces fresh blueberries
- 6 ounces fresh raspberries
Dressing
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 2 tbsp honey or agave
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Place the hulled and quartered strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and chopped fresh mint into a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the honey (or agave), lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the berry mixture, then gently toss everything with a rubber spatula to evenly coat the berries without crushing them.
- Serve: Serve the fresh berry salad immediately for the best flavor and texture, and enjoy this refreshing, healthy treat!
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe berries for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey or agave according to your taste.
- The salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
- Optional: Add chopped nuts or a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra texture and nutrition.
