Description
Celebrate the 4th of July with this vibrant and refreshing Patriotic Fruit Salad featuring fresh strawberries, blueberries, bananas, and optional coconut flakes. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and brightened with lemon juice, this easy-to-make fruit salad is perfect for summer gatherings and family picnics.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
Additional Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash Fruits: Thoroughly wash all fruits under cold running water to remove any dirt or residues.
- Prepare Fruit: Slice the strawberries into quarters and the bananas into rounds. Keep the blueberries whole for texture and color.
- Combine Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices, tossing carefully to mix without bruising the fruit.
- Add Sweetener and Lemon Juice: Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the fruit mixture. Pour the fresh lemon juice on top and toss gently again to ensure all fruit pieces are well-coated and flavorful.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and to serve the salad chilled.
- Serve: Transfer the fruit salad to a festive serving bowl, sprinkle the optional unsweetened coconut flakes over the top for added texture and flair, and enjoy.
Notes
- For extra freshness, consume the salad within 24 hours as bananas may brown.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste preference.
- You can substitute fresh lemon juice with lime juice for a different citrus twist.
- Unsweetened coconut flakes add a nice texture but can be omitted for those with coconut allergies or preferences.
- This salad is best served chilled and can be made a few hours ahead for convenience.
