Nightshade Free Stone Fruit Salad with Honey & Fresh Mint
Summer stone fruit is at its absolute best when it's barely fussed with, and this salad lets peaches, nectarines, and sweet cherries do all the heavy lifting. The honey-lemon dressing — brightened with apple cider vinegar, a whisper of ginger, and fresh lemon zest — pulls everything together into something that tastes far more sophisticated than the handful of ingredients suggests. Torn mint stirred through the fruit adds a cool, aromatic lift, while optional fresh basil at the end gives it a slightly more complex, almost floral finish. Avoiding nightshades can sometimes mean missing out on vibrant, colorful dishes, but this one is proof that a stunning plate doesn't need a single tomato, pepper, or potato in sight. A short rest before serving is the secret step — it coaxes the natural juices out of the fruit and lets the dressing meld into something almost syrupy and irresistible. Serve it as a light dessert, a brunch centerpiece, or a refreshing side alongside grilled proteins, and it will disappear fast either way.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 2 medium peaches, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
- 2 medium nectarines, pitted and sliced into thin wedges
- 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
For the dressing
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ⅛ tsp ground ginger
- pinch of salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh basil leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, apple cider vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, ground ginger, and salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Combine the sliced peaches, nectarines, halved cherries, and torn mint in a large mixing bowl.
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