Description
This vibrant Summer Fruit Salad is a celebration of seasonal flavors, perfect for warm weather gatherings. Featuring a delightful mix of juicy stone fruits like peaches, nectarines, and cherries complemented by fresh blueberries and blackberries, this salad is both refreshing and nutritious. The addition of a zesty lemon maple thyme dressing elevates the taste, creating an unforgettable dish that’s ideal for picnics, BBQs, or as a healthy dessert option. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, this colorful salad is versatile enough to adapt to your favorite fruits and occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 cups sliced stone fruits (peaches, nectarines, cherries)
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups blackberries
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
Instructions
- Slice all stone fruits thinly and combine them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and fresh thyme until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for one hour to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to mix in other seasonal fruits like plums or apricots. Add nuts or granola for extra crunch. Pair with yogurt for a creamy dessert option.