🇺🇸Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
2 pints strawberries
1 pint raspberries
1 pint blueberries
2 honey crisp apples
1 orange juiced
1 lemon juice
3 tablespoon honey
1) Wash the berries and let them air dry on paper towels. When the strawberries are dry, remove the top stem and cut them in half.
2) Wash and peel the apples. Cut the apples into ¼" slices. Using a mini star shaped cookie cutter, punch out star shapes.
3) In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice, orange juice, and honey.
4) Add all of the prepared fruit to a large bowl and pour the fruit dressing over. Gently fold the salad with the syrup until all of the fruit is coated.
5) Keep the salad refrigerated in an airtight container until you are ready to serve.
This Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad is more than just a colorful dish—it's a celebration of fresh flavors and patriotic spirit, perfect for summer gatherings. One tip I've found helpful is to prepare the star-shaped apple slices just before serving. While the lemon juice in the dressing helps prevent browning, the stars maintain their bright appearance and crisp texture the best when freshly cut. Using honey crisp apples adds a sweet and juicy crunch that complements the tart berries beautifully. The dressing, made from fresh orange juice, lemon juice, and honey, not only enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits but also acts as a natural preservative to keep your salad fresh longer. For an extra touch, you might consider adding a few mint leaves to the salad, which bring a refreshing aroma and subtle herbal note. This fruit salad is wonderfully versatile too. You can prepare it a few hours in advance and keep it chilled in an airtight container, making it ideal for picnics, BBQs, or potlucks. The combination of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries offers a rich source of antioxidants, while the citrus dressing provides vitamin C, making this dish a tasty and healthful addition to your holiday table. Whether you’re celebrating Memorial Day or simply craving a nutritious summer treat, this fruit salad brings together festive colors and fresh flavors with ease.


































































This looks so amazing! A must do for me! Thanks for sharing 💜