Description
Berry Salad with Mint is a vibrant, refreshing dish that bursts with the natural sweetness of assorted berries. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or as a quick snack, this salad combines juicy strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries with a zesty honey-lime dressing and the aromatic touch of fresh mint. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a colorful bowl of goodness that not only looks appealing but is also packed with vitamins and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb strawberries (hulled and halved)
- 5 oz blueberries
- 5 oz blackberries
- 5 oz raspberries
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Berries: In a large salad bowl, gently combine the strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries.
- Make the Dressing: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice and honey until well combined.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Drizzle the dressing over the berries and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add Fresh Mint: Top with lightly packed mint leaves. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge until ready.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Choose ripe berries for optimal flavor. Consider adding citrus zest to the dressing for extra zing. Chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding. Experiment with herbs like basil or lemon balm for a unique twist.