Description
Celebrate the 4th of July with this vibrant and refreshing Patriotic Fruit Salad featuring a colorful mix of strawberries, blueberries, and bananas, lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and brightened with fresh lemon juice. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and festive addition to your summer gatherings.
Ingredients
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Fruits
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 cup blueberries, fresh
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
Additional Ingredients
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash Fruits: Thoroughly wash all fruits under cold running water to remove any dirt or residues, ensuring they are clean and safe to eat.
- Prepare Fruits: Slice the strawberries into quarters and the bananas into rounds, while keeping the blueberries whole for a nice textural contrast.
- Mix Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared strawberries, blueberries, and banana slices. Gently toss the fruits to evenly distribute them without bruising.
- Add Sweetener and Lemon: Drizzle the honey or maple syrup over the mixed fruits, then squeeze fresh lemon juice on top to enhance flavor and prevent banana browning. Toss gently again until all pieces are lightly coated.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the salad to chill properly.
- Serve: Transfer the chilled fruit salad into a festive serving bowl and sprinkle the optional unsweetened coconut flakes on top for added texture and visual appeal. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm bananas to avoid mushiness in the salad.
- The coconut flakes add a nice texture and tropical flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to your taste.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to one day.
