Fresh Summer Berry Salad (Print View)

Vibrant berry medley with fresh mint and sweet honey drizzle

# Components:

→ Berries

01 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
02 - 1 cup blueberries
03 - 1 cup raspberries
04 - 1 cup blackberries

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons honey
06 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
07 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

→ Garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined
03 - Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing over the berries
04 - Gently toss the salad to coat the berries evenly, being careful not to crush them
05 - Sprinkle the chopped mint over the salad just before serving
06 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled presentation

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in the time it takes to brew coffee—no cooking required, just gentle assembly.
  • The flavor is so naturally sweet and bright that it works as both a palate cleanser after dinner and a light dessert nobody feels guilty about.
02 -
  • Mint added too early turns dark and muddy—wait until the very last moment, even if you think you're being inefficient.
  • The honey will separate and pool at the bottom if you let it sit too long undisturbed, which actually creates pockets of concentrated sweetness that aren't entirely a bad thing, just worth knowing about.
03 -
  • Zest your lemon before cutting it in half—you'll get more flavorful zest and the fruit will juice more easily afterward.
  • If berries are out of season or expensive, don't force it; this dish only works when your berries are genuinely good and fresh.
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