Red, White, & Blue 4th of July Fruit Salad
Enjoy the refreshing flavors of summer with this 4th of July fruit salad recipe featuring juicy watermelon and honeydew melon cut into star shapes, paired with a medley of fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and cherries. Refreshing, easy to prepare, and customizable; this salad is perfect for patriotic celebrations and summer cookouts.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 Medium Watermelon
- 1 Medium Honeydew Melon
- 2 cups Strawberries
- 1 cup Blueberries
- 1 cup Raspberries
- 2 cups Cherries pitted
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon and the honeydew into 1" slices. Use a star shaped cookie cutter to cut the melons into stars.
- Cut out the strawberry stems and then cut the strawberries in quarters lengthwise.
- Combine the melon stars, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and pitted cherries in a large bowl.
- Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate for a chilled fruit salad.
Notes
- Select ripe, sweet fruit for the best flavor and texture. Look for watermelons and honeydew melons that feel heavy for their size, and berries that are plump and brightly colored.
- For maximum refreshment, chill the fruit in the refrigerator before assembling the salad. A cold fruit salad is incredibly refreshing on a hot summer day.
- When cutting out star shapes from the watermelon and honeydew, use a sharp cookie cutter for clean, precise edges.
- Be gentle when tossing the fruit salad to avoid smashing the berries or breaking apart the star shaped melon pieces.
- For an extra burst of flavor, you can add fresh herbs like mint or basil to the fruit salad. The fresh herbs will complement the sweetness of the fruit and add a refreshing twist to the dish.
- Get creative with garnishes to make your fruit salad unique. Sprinkle with shredded coconut, drizzle with honey or a balsamic reduction, or top with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 6gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 824mgFiber: 6gSugar: 49gVitamin A: 3270IUVitamin C: 88mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 2mg
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