Mixed Berry Salad

Name: Mixed Berry Salad
Prep time: 12 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 200 g strawberry (hulled and halved); 150 g blueberry; 150 g raspberry; 1 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tsp lemon zest; 2 tbsp mint (fresh, roughly torn); 1 pinch salt

RATING

4.5/5(98)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A vibrant, refreshing medley of juicy strawberries, sweet blueberries, and tart raspberries tossed in a light honey-lemon dressing and finished with fresh mint. This no-cook salad comes together in under 15 minutes and tastes like pure sunshine. Perfect for brunches, barbecues, or a quick healthy dessert.

PREP

12m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

73 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

200 gstrawberry · hulled and halved150 gblueberry150 graspberry1 tbsphoney1 tbsplemon juice · freshly squeezed1 tsplemon zest2 tbspmint · fresh, roughly torn1 pinchsalt

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein1g · 5%

Carbs18g · 99%

Fat1g · 12%

Fiber5g

Sugar12g

Saturated fat0g

Cholesterol0mg

Sodium38mg

Potassium165mg

Phosphorus30mg

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METHOD · 6 STEPS

prep · ~4 min
Gently wash and dry all the berries.
1.Rinse strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries under cold running water in a colander.
2.Spread berries on a clean kitchen towel and pat very gently until completely dry.
3.Hull the strawberries and slice them in half.
TIPMake sure the berries are bone-dry or the dressing gets watery.
mix · ~2 min
Whisk together the honey-lemon dressing.
In a small bowl, whisk the honey, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until the honey fully dissolves and the dressing is smooth.
mix · ~1 min
Toss the berries gently with the dressing.
Place the dry strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the honey-lemon dressing over the top. Using your hands or two large spoons, toss everything together very gently until the berries are evenly coated.
TIPDon't overmix — raspberries crush easily. Two or three gentle folds are enough.
garnish · ~1 min
Scatter fresh mint over the salad.
Tear the mint leaves into small pieces and sprinkle them over the berry salad. Give one final gentle toss just to distribute the mint.
rest · ~5 min
Let the salad sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Set the bowl aside at room temperature for about 5 minutes. The berries release just a little juice that mixes beautifully with the dressing.
TIPThis short rest is the secret — don't skip it.
serve
Serve the berry salad in individual bowls.
Spoon the mixed berry salad into four small serving bowls, making sure each gets a good mix of all three berries and a little of the collected juices at the bottom of the bowl.
TIPServe immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Dry berries thoroughly after washing to prevent a watery dressing and keep the salad crisp.
2
Use a gentle folding motion with your hands or a spatula to avoid crushing the delicate raspberries.
3
Let the dressed salad rest for exactly 5 minutes so the berries release just enough juice to meld with the honey-lemon dressing.
4
For the best flavor, serve the salad within 30 minutes of assembling — berries soften and lose their perkiness over time.
5
If making ahead, keep the dressing separate and toss just before serving to maintain the berries' texture.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

low sugar

Low-sugar

Replace honey with 2 teaspoons of maple syrup or agave nectar for a milder sweetness, or omit entirely for a sugar-free version that still benefits from the lemon and mint.

summer stone fruit

Summer stone fruit

Swap half the blueberries for 150g of sliced peaches or nectarines for a juicier, more fragrant variation perfect for peak summer.

balsamic black pepper

Balsamic-black pepper

Add 1 teaspoon of balsamic vinegar to the dressing and a pinch of freshly cracked black pepper for a savory-sweet twist that pairs beautifully with goat cheese.

herb swap