Summer Peach Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Basil Recipe
A vibrant and refreshing Summer Peach Fruit Salad featuring juicy yellow peaches, sweet blackberries and blueberries, and crunchy pomegranate seeds, lightly tossed in a honey, lime, and fresh basil dressing. This dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegetarian salad is perfect for summer barbecues and parties, offering a healthy and delicious side dish bursting with seasonal flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fruits
- 4 large ripe (but not too ripe) yellow peaches, sliced
- 1 cup blackberries
- ¾ cup blueberries
- Seeds from 1 medium pomegranate
Herbs and Dressing
- 6 large basil leaves, cut into ribbons
- 1-2 teaspoons honey
- ½ lime, juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Slice the yellow peaches and collect the seeds from the pomegranate. Rinse the blackberries and blueberries under cold water and gently pat them dry.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the sliced peaches, blackberries, blueberries, pomegranate seeds, and basil ribbons.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle honey and freshly squeezed lime juice over the fruit and basil mixture.
- Toss the Salad: Using tongs, gently toss all the ingredients until they are evenly coated with the honey-lime dressing.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2-4 days. For best appearance, add basil ribbons just before serving if preparing ahead of time.
Notes
- This salad can be made a day in advance; add basil leaves last to maintain their vibrant green color and freshness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate; the salad stays fresh for 2-4 days.
- Customize by adding other summer fruits or nuts for added texture.