Barley Free Classic Fruit Salad
Bright, juicy, and bursting with color, this fruit salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, pineapple, and cantaloupe come together in one big bowl for a combination that hits every note — sweet, tart, and refreshing all at once. The real magic is the simple dressing: fresh lime juice, honey, and a little lime zest whisked together and folded over the fruit to tie everything into something that feels intentional rather than just thrown together. A scatter of fresh mint right before serving adds a cool, fragrant finish that takes it from casual to genuinely impressive. Because every ingredient here is naturally whole and grain-free, there's zero concern about hidden grain derivatives sneaking in the way they sometimes do in packaged dressings or pre-made mixes. It works equally well as a light dessert, a brunch centerpiece, or a side dish alongside something savory. Make it up to an hour ahead and let the dressing do its thing in the fridge — the flavors only get better.
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6 servings
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup red grapes, halved
- 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into ½-inch chunks
- 1 cup cantaloupe, cut into ½-inch chunks
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp lime zest
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, and lime zest until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Add the strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, pineapple, and cantaloupe to a large mixing bowl.
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