The first time I made this…

It was one of those hot, sticky afternoons when even turning on the stove felt like too much. I had a bunch of ripe fruit in the fridge and no real plan… until I remembered a simple fruit salad my mom used to make — just fresh fruit and a handful of chopped mint from the garden.

So I gave it a glow-up: a mix of watermelon, berries, citrus, and stone fruit, plus a splash of lime and a drizzle of honey. And ohhh my goodness — it was the perfect combo of juicy, tangy, cooling, and sweet.

This Summer Fruit Salad with Mint is now my go-to when I need a fast, nourishing side or a naturally sweet healthy summer dessert that everyone loves. ☀️🍉

🍓 Summer Fruit Salad with Mint Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups watermelon, cubed

• 1 cup strawberries, halved

• 1 cup blueberries

• 1 cup pineapple, chopped

• 1 cup peaches or nectarines, sliced

• Juice of ½ lime

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

• 2–3 tbsp fresh mint, chopped

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. 🍉 Add all fruit to a large mixing bowl.

2. 🍯 Drizzle with lime juice and honey/maple syrup (if using).

3. 🌿 Sprinkle fresh mint on top.

4. 🌀 Toss gently to combine. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

5. ❄️ Optional: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

🍽️ Nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings)

• Calories: 95

• Carbs: 22g

• Sugar: 18g (naturally occurring)

• Fiber: 3g

• Fat: 0g

• Protein: 1g

💡 Sarah’s Tips

• Make it tropical: Add mango, kiwi, or passion fruit!

• Low sugar option: Skip the honey if your fruit is super ripe.

• Meal prep magic: This is a great way to use up fruit before it goes soft.

• Add protein: Serve with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for a balanced snack.

Why I Love It

This Summer Fruit Salad is everything I love in a seasonal recipe — easy, fresh, no cooking, and endlessly flexible. It’s the kind of dish that looks gorgeous on a table, cools you down from the inside out, and gives you that sweet finish without anything artificial.
Perfect as a side dish, brunch add-on, or clean healthy summer dessert.