Description
This Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad is a refreshing, vibrant mix of ripe peaches, sweet berries, and tangy pomegranate seeds, enhanced by fragrant basil and a drizzle of honey-lime dressing. Perfect as a light snack or a healthy dessert, this no-cook salad offers a delightful balance of sweetness and zest with fresh, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 4 large ripe (but not too ripe) yellow peaches, sliced
- 1 cup blackberries
- 3/4 cup blueberries
- Seeds from 1 medium pomegranate
Herbs & Dressing
- 6 large basil leaves, cut into ribbons
- 1-2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Gently wash and slice the peaches, ensuring they are ripe but firm to maintain texture. Rinse the blackberries and blueberries thoroughly and remove the seeds from the pomegranate.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the sliced peaches, blackberries, blueberries, pomegranate seeds, and the basil ribbons. This creates a colorful, aromatic base for the salad.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the honey and freshly squeezed lime juice evenly over the fruit and basil mixture. The honey adds natural sweetness, while lime brightens the flavors.
- Toss and Serve: Using tongs, gently toss the salad until all fruit is well-coated with the dressing and basil is evenly distributed. Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- For best texture, choose peaches that are ripe but still firm.
- If pomegranate is not available, substitute with seeds from red grapes for similar color and crunch.
- Adjust honey quantity based on your preference for sweetness.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be chilled for up to 2 hours before serving.
- Optional: Add a sprinkle of chia seeds or chopped nuts for added texture.
