Gelatin Free No-Cook Fruit Salad

Total time15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

(26)

A bowl packed with strawberries, blueberries, grapes, watermelon, kiwi, and pineapple is already a showstopper, but it's the honey-lime dressing that takes everything to the next level. The dressing comes together in seconds — just whisk honey, fresh lime juice, and a little lime zest until smooth, then pour it over the fruit and toss. That bright citrus note ties all the different flavors together in a way that feels intentional rather than just "fruit thrown in a bowl." Fresh mint scattered on top adds a cool, herby finish that makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Many fruit salads rely on gelatin-based mixes or store-bought dressings that can contain hidden animal-derived thickeners, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the easiest workaround. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, with nothing to second-guess on the label. It's the kind of dish that works for a backyard cookout, a brunch spread, or an easy weeknight dessert — and since it can chill in the fridge for up to two hours, you can prep it ahead and let the flavors meld before serving.

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered
1 cup blueberries
1 cup red grapes, halved
2 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 kiwis, peeled and sliced into half-moons
1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or canned (drained)
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced

For the dressing

2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
½ 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 strawberries, blueberries, grapes, watermelon, kiwi, and pineapple to a large mixing bowl.

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