Breastfeeding Friendly Gluten Free Melon Berry Fruit Salad
Bright, juicy, and bursting with color, this fruit salad is the kind of dish that feels like summer in a bowl. Three varieties of melon combine with strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries for a mix that covers every texture and flavor note ā sweet, tart, and refreshing all at once. A simple honey-lime dressing ties everything together beautifully, adding just enough brightness without overpowering the natural sweetness of the fruit. The fresh mint scattered throughout is a small touch that makes a big difference, lifting the whole salad with a cool, herby finish. For anyone navigating the extra nutritional demands of nursing, a bowl packed with hydrating melon and antioxidant-rich berries is a genuinely satisfying way to nourish yourself. It comes together with minimal prep and no cooking required, which is a real win when time and energy are at a premium. Make it ahead and keep it chilled for up to an hour ā it holds up beautifully and tastes even better once the dressing has had a moment to soak in.
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6 servings
- 2 cups cantaloupe, cut into 1-inch cubes or balled
- 2 cups honeydew melon, cut into 1-inch cubes or balled
- 2 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- Ā½ cup raspberries
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- Ā½ tsp lime zest
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lime juice, and lime zest until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Add the cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon, strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries to a large mixing bowl.
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