Summer Fruit Salad, the simplest and tastiest way to bring all the season’s freshness to the table. Light, colorful, and ready in minutes, it represents the perfect solution when you crave a natural dessert or a healthy snack, without the need for cooking.
The combination of melon, peaches, grapes, and blueberries makes this fruit salad not only delicious but also rich in vitamins and minerals, ideal for tackling the hottest days. A drizzle of honey enhances the natural sweetness of the fruit, while a few fresh basil leaves add an aromatic touch that surprises at the first taste. The result is a versatile dish that suits many occasions: from a light end-of-meal to a refreshing afternoon snack, to a breakfast different from the usual.
Another advantage of this recipe is its great adaptability. You can customize it based on the seasonal fruit you have available: strawberries, cherries, apricots, or enrich it with plain or Greek yogurt for a creamy and nutritious version. To make it even more delicious, you can add some crunchy granola or a few flakes of dried coconut. In this way, you’ll have a different summer fruit salad each time, always fresh and irresistible.
Preparing a summer fruit salad means bringing an explosion of colors and flavors to the table, with the certainty of offering a light yet satisfying dish, perfect for those looking for simple and quick ideas to make.
At the end of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I have answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, write a comment or use the contact form at the bottom of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 6 People
- Cooking methods: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer
- Energy 59.35 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 14.88 (g) of which sugars 12.82 (g)
- Proteins 0.95 (g)
- Fat 0.26 (g) of which saturated 0.04 (g)of which unsaturated 0.14 (g)
- Fibers 1.39 (g)
- Sodium 6.90 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 75 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Summer Fruit Salad
- 2 cups cups cantaloupe melon
- 2 cups cups nectarines
- 1 cup cup white grapes (seedless)
- 3/4 cup cup blueberries
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 sprig basil
Tools
- Bowl
- Cutting Board
Recipe for Summer Fruit Salad
Begin the preparation of the summer fruit salad by cleaning the melon: remove the two ends and cut it in half.
Using a spoon or fruit baller, remove the seeds. Cut it into not too large cubes.
Wash the nectarines, you can leave the skin if you like. Cut them in half and remove the central pit.
First slice them and then cut into pieces.
Transfer the fruit to a bowl.
Wash and drain the blueberries and grapes. If using a seedless variety of grapes, leave them whole; otherwise, cut the grapes in half and clean them.
Add blueberries and grapes to the rest of the ingredients.
You can sweeten to taste, but it’s not a mandatory step; I added a couple of tablespoons of honey.
Wash and dry the basil leaves.
After chopping them, add to the fruit salad.
Mix well to combine all the ingredients and immediately serve the summer fruit salad.
Summer Fruit Salad: Fresh, Colorful, and Quick to Prepare
Check this section to clarify your doubts. If you don’t find the answer to your question, comment or write to me using the form below.
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FAQ
How to store summer fruit salad?
You can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for about 1 day. However, I recommend consuming it immediately to keep flavor and freshness intact.
What fruits can I use to vary the recipe?
Besides melon, peaches, grapes, and blueberries, you can add strawberries, cherries, apricots, watermelon, or kiwi. Always choose in-season fruit that is well-ripened and sweet.
Is this summer fruit salad suitable for children?
Absolutely yes. The natural sweetness of the fruit, combined with a drizzle of honey, makes it a healthy and colorful snack that appeals to both adults and children.
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