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I always reach for this honey lime basil peach fruit salad when I’m craving something lively and packed with those summertime feels. Juicy berries and fresh peaches mix together with a sweet-tart honey lime sauce and chopped basil. It’s the perfect thing to wow your friends at any outdoor hangout. Every bite pops with juicy, zesty flavors.
The first time I put this together was for a cookout and it disappeared long before anyone touched the grill. Now all my friends ask for it as soon as hot weather hits.
Charming Ingredients
- Pomegranate seeds: sprinkle these on for a pretty burst of color and juicy little bites
- Blueberries: grab ones that feel firm and dry for that just-picked taste
- Ripe yellow peaches: go for peaches with a bit of firmness so they hold up well
- Blackberries: pick the darkest, shiniest ones for awesome flavor
- Fresh basil leaves: chop up basil thin for a fresh, green, herby kick
- Lime juice: squeeze limes right before mixing for that zippy tang
- Honey: a local, floral honey really amps up fragrance and taste
Easy Steps to Make It
- Toss and Serve:
- Gently mix everything together with big tongs so the dressing coats everything. Stop as soon as the fruit looks glossy and still keeps its shape. Serve it up as soon as possible so the colors and flavors stay sharp.
- Chiffonade the Basil:
- Roll up your basil leaves and slice into thin strips. Scatter them over the top for a fresh, bright vibe and herby smell.
- Add the Dressing:
- Pour honey all over, making sure it touches all the fruit. Squeeze lime juice over everything right after for the most refreshing pop.
- Layer the Fruit:
- Start with peaches on the bottom of a big bowl, then add the berries and pomegranate so you get a cool mix of color and texture in every scoop.
- Prepare the Fruit:
- Wash all your fruit first. Dry peaches, then slice into thick-ish wedges. Pat blackberries and blueberries dry too. Knock out the pomegranate seeds by breaking it open and scooping them out.
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Basil is hands-down my favorite part of this salad mix. Just tossing in a handful totally changes the fruit and makes it feel fancy, like something from a cute café. My niece grinned so big when she tried it for the first time at our picnic.
How to Keep It Fresh
Stick leftovers in a sealed container in your fridge and they’ll taste great for up to four days. The fruit might let out a little juice—just give it a quick stir before digging in again. Want to prep ahead? Store the basil on its own and add it just before serving so it doesn’t go brown.
Switch It Up
No peaches in your kitchen? Try nectarines or plums for a similar juicy bite. Got strawberries instead of blackberries or blueberries? They’re awesome too. For a plant-based twist, swap in maple or agave syrup for the honey.
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Great Ways to Serve
This fruit mix is awesome with grilled fish or chicken, or you can make it the star at brunch. Leftovers go great over yogurt for an easy breakfast or piled into a glass with crunchy granola for a sunny parfait.
Bit of Sunny Nostalgia
Mixes like this always take me back to summer days at my grandma’s place. Her kitchen had a big bowl filled with whatever fruit looked best that week. I use that same bowl now and it brings all those happy memories right back.
Common Questions
- → How firm should the peaches be for the bowl?
Go for peaches that feel just a little soft but not mushy. That way, when you mix them up, they won’t fall apart.
- → Can I prep this fruit bowl ahead of serving?
You sure can. Just slice the fruit the day before and pop it in the fridge. Wait to add the basil strips until you’re about to eat so they stay fresh.
- → How long does it keep in the fridge?
If you cover and chill it, the fruit’s good for two to four days. For the best texture, don’t wait too long before finishing it.
- → Could I swap in other fruits?
Absolutely, toss in strawberries, kiwi, or raspberries if you want to mix things up or make it more colorful.
- → Is it better to blend the honey and lime before adding the rest?
Either way works, but mixing them together first means the flavor spreads nice and even through all the fruit.
- → Is this bowl okay for special diets?
Yep, it works for dairy-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, and grain-free diets—no changes needed.