This strawberry blueberry salad is a sweet, refreshing, and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. Packed with the freshest and juiciest fruits, it’s a delicious treat that’s bursting with flavor and nutrients.
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A strawberry blueberry salad is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. This easy-to-make salad is a great starter or side dish that can be served in minutes. Nothing says summer like a delicious fruit salad!
It’s simple yet exciting – sweet strawberries and blueberries mixed together with smooth honey and zesty lime juice make this salad both tasty and nutritious.
If you’re looking for more Fruit recipes, try these Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips, Easy Fruit Dip, and Cranberry Apple Salad. Or, for something a little creamier, try this ambrosia salad.
Why We Love Summer Strawberry Blueberry Salad
This berry salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fresh fruit. With its easy prep and versatile nature, it’s sure to become a family favorite recipe.
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- Quick and Easy: This berry fruit salad comes together quickly and easily, which is perfect for a last-minute addition to any meal or a quick snack.
- Family Friendly: Fruit salad is a great way for your family to eat more fruit, especially if you have picky eaters.
- Makes Great Leftovers: Leftover fruit salad can be used in smoothies or can make a great yogurt or oatmeal topping.
Ingredient Notes for Fruit Salad
- Fresh Strawberries: Look for strawberries that are bright red in color, plump, and fragrant. Avoid those that are soft, bruised, or have mold.
- Blueberries: Choose blueberries that are plump, firm, and have a dusty blue color. Avoid blueberries that are mushy or have wrinkles.
- Cherries: When picking cherries you want to look for ones that are firm, glossy, and have a deep red coloring.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions to Make the Strawberry Blueberry Salad Recipe
If you want to make this summer berry salad your own, there are plenty of ways to switch things up and adapt to dietary needs.
- Agave Nectar: If you want to make this vegan or simply reduce the amount of sugar, agave nectar is a great substitute for honey.
- Stevia: If you’re looking for a sugar-free option, stevia is a great alternative to sweeten the salad.
- Favorite Summer Fruit: Any sweet berries work, fruit like blackberries or raspberries can work.
How to Make Summer Salad with Berries
These are the basic steps for making summer salad with berries. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: Cut Strawberries
Divide your strawberries in half. Cut half of them into half pieces and cut the other half into quarter pieces. In a large bowl, add the strawberries, cherries, raspberries, and blueberries.
Step 2: Make Dressing
In a small bowl, combine the honey, lime juice, and lime zest. Whisk the ingredients together until mixed thoroughly.
Step 3: Combine Fruit and Dressing
Drizzle the dressing over the fruit mixture. Toss until the fruit it well coated in the honey-lime juice mixture. Sprinkle the pomegranate tendrils over the salad.
Recipe FAQs
Expert Tips for Making This Recipe
Strawberry and blueberry salad is an easy and delicious way to make a perfect fruity and fresh treat. The delicious berries offer a refreshing and nutrition packed dish. Making this salad is simple and doesn’t require much time or effort, yet yields great results. With just a few ingredients you can enjoy a tasty and healthy summer meal.
- Wash and dry berries: Before making this delicious salad, rinse your fruit thoroughly and pat them dry. This will help the honey and lime juice stick to the fruit.
- Fresh mint: Adding fresh mint leaves to your fruit salad adds an aromatic touch, along with a pop of green color. Just sprinkle them over your salad before serving.
- Serve chilled: Chill your berry salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together and create a more tasty salad.
- Additional toppings: You can also add other toppings such as crunch with chopped walnuts, almonds, goat cheese, feta cheese, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to give your fruit salad an extra burst of flavor and texture. Fresh ginger can also add a kick and cut some of the sweetness. You will love the flavor.
- Crisp Greens: Make a strawberry blueberry spinach salad by adding baby spinach, lettuce, or mixed greens and topping with a honey vinaigrette or balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
- Individual: Make travel-size individual salads in mason jars with lids perfect for patriotic 4th of July or Memorial Day parties.
What to Serve with this Summer Berries Salad
Strawberry Blueberry Salad
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound Strawberries
- 1 cup Cherries
- 1 cup Raspberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- ¼ cup Pomegranate tendrils
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 Lime, zest
Instructions
- Slice half of the strawberries into halves and the rest of the strawberries into quarters.
- In a large bowl, add the strawberries, cherries, raspberries, and blueberries.
- In a small bowl, add the honey, lime juice, and lime zest. Whisk until well combined. Drizzle the honey-lime juice mixture over the fruit salad and toss to combine.
- Sprinkle the pomegranate tendrils on top of the fruit salad.
- Place in the refrigerate until ready to serve.
Expert Tips
- Wash and dry berries: Before making this delicious salad, rinse your berries thoroughly and pat them dry. This will help the honey and lime juice stick to the fruit.
- Fresh mint: Adding fresh mint leaves to your fruit salad adds a refreshing and aromatic touch to your dish. Just sprinkle them over your salad before serving.
- Serve chilled: Chill your berry salad in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together and create a more tasty salad.
- Additional toppings: You can also add other toppings such as chopped walnuts, feta cheese, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to give your fruit salad an extra burst of flavor and texture.