Description
Mediterranean-inspired Summer Berry Medley Salad brings luscious seasonal fruits together with crisp greens and tangy feta. Sweet strawberries, juicy blueberries, and bold raspberries dance across a bed of arugula, promising refreshing flavors that cool and delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits:
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh strawberries
- 2 cups (340 grams) fresh cherries, pitted
- 8 ounces (227 grams) fresh blueberries
- 4 ounces (113 grams) fresh raspberries
- 4 ounces (113 grams) fresh blackberries
Citrus:
- Zest of 1 small lime
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lime juice
Sweetener:
- 1 tablespoon (21 grams) honey
Instructions
- Meticulously rinse each type of berry (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and cherries) under cool running water, ensuring gentle handling to prevent bruising.
- Carefully pat the berries dry using soft paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth, creating a delicate and pristine fruit collection.
- Transfer the cleaned and dried berries into a spacious mixing bowl, allowing them to be arranged with care and aesthetic consideration.
- Grab a small mixing bowl and prepare the vibrant citrus dressing by zesting and juicing fresh lime, then incorporating pure honey for a harmonious sweet-tangy blend.
- Whisk the lime zest, freshly squeezed lime juice, and golden honey until they form a smooth, glossy dressing with integrated flavors.
- Delicately drizzle the citrus-honey mixture over the berries, using a soft folding technique to coat each fruit piece without crushing their delicate structure.
- Cover the berry medley and place in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- For optimal taste and texture, consume the salad within 24 hours, though it can remain palatable for an additional day when stored properly in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Opt for ripe, vibrant berries at peak freshness to enhance the salad’s flavor and texture.
- Gently toss the fruit to prevent bruising and maintain the delicate structure of each berry.
- Lime zest and honey create a bright, sweet-tangy dressing that elevates the natural sweetness of the fruits.
- Chill the salad briefly before serving to allow flavors to meld and provide a refreshing experience.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours to preserve the berries’ optimal crispness and juiciness.
- Serve as a light dessert, brunch side, or refreshing summer snack that’s packed with antioxidants and natural goodness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 98 kcal
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg