Soy Free Basil-Pesto Fruit Harvest Salad

Fresh fruit salads are often dismissed as simple, but this one earns a second look the moment that basil-pesto dressing hits the bowl. Blended from fresh basil chiffonade, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and a whisper of ground ginger, the dressing is bright, herby, and just complex enough to make every bite feel intentional. Letting it rest for ten minutes before tossing allows the basil to fully infuse the oil, which makes a noticeable difference in depth of flavor. The fruit lineup — red grapes, blueberries, strawberries, apple, and pear — covers the full spectrum from jammy to crisp, so each forkful has a little something different going on. Because every ingredient here is a whole, single-source food, there's no need to scan labels for hidden additives or fermented soy derivatives that sneak into so many bottled dressings. A scatter of torn fresh mint over the top before serving adds one final layer of cool, aromatic freshness. This is the kind of dish that looks impressive at a brunch table but comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a whisk.

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