Summer Fruit Salad
Summer Fruit Salad bursting with fresh stone fruit, blueberries, and blackberries tossed in a light maple lemon dressing. A refreshing and colorful dish for warm-weather gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Fruit Salad
4–6 cups sliced stone fruit of choice
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Apricots
Cherries (pitted)
2 cups blueberries
2 cups blackberries
Lemon Maple Dressing
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 tsp fresh thyme, finely chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Fruit
Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly.
Slice the stone fruit into thin wedges.
If using cherries, remove the pits before slicing.
Step 2: Combine the Fruit
Add the sliced stone fruit, blueberries, and blackberries to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together:
Lemon juice
Maple syrup
Vanilla extract
Cinnamon
Salt
Fresh thyme
Mix until fully combined.
Step 4: Toss and Serve
Pour the dressing over the fruit.
Gently toss until all fruit is evenly coated.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for an extra refreshing flavor.
Notes
Use a combination of peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, and cherries for the best variety of flavors and textures.
Fresh thyme adds a subtle herbal note that complements the fruit beautifully.
For additional sweetness, add an extra tablespoon of maple syrup.
This salad is best enjoyed the day it is prepared.
Add fresh mint or basil for a different flavor profile.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/summer-fruit-salad/
