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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast

    Berry Salad

    Published: May 13, 2021 Modified: May 13, 2021 by Kristin King / This post may contain affiliate links

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    Overhead shot of berry fruit salad garnished with mint on a black plate with a spoon and more mint on the side.
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    Your family will love this delicious Berry Salad featuring strawberries, blueberries, and more, tossed with a tantalizing sweet and tangy vanilla dressing to enhance all that juicy sweetness. Homemade fruit salad is perfect for a brunch, a side dish for a cookout, or a summer dessert!

    Side view of berry fruit salad with a mint garnish on a black plate on a wooden surface.
    This berry delicious fruit salad is perfect for a summer brunch or a snack!
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    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • 🥘 Ingredients Needed
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👪 FAQs
    • 🧊 Storage
    • 💭 Helpful Tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥗 Suggested Main Dishes
    • 🍇 Related Recipes
    • Homemade Fruit Salad Recipe
    • 📋 Recipe Card
    • Berry Salad
    • 💬 Reviews and Comments

    👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe

    Fresh fruit season is here! Hooray!

    I love recipes with lots of produce, like this fruit salad, or like my fresh Fruit and Vegetable Salad (yes, fruits and vegetables in the same salad...it's delicious!)

    This homemade fruit salad is bursting with fresh, fruity flavor, and the tangy vanilla dressing provides an extra boost of sweetness that really ties all of the flavors together.

    Use your favorite fresh fruits for this berry salad and customize it however you like!

    And for another delicious and fruity recipe, try this Copycat Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade! If you're looking for summer in a bowl, enjoy this Burrata Salad with Fruit, or for a delicious dip to serve with the fruit salad, check out this Cream Cheese Fruit Dip!

    Or enjoy crunchy and slightly sweet Strawberry Granola with DIY dried strawberries. With natural sweeteners and no preservatives, homemade granola is healthier than anything store-bought, and it's so easy to make.

    🥘 Ingredients Needed

    Overhead shot of ingredients- strawberries, grapes, blueberries, pineapple, sugar, pineapple juice, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
    With only eight simple ingredients, this homemade fruit salad is the easiest you will find!

    For a complete list of ingredients, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • strawberries - give your berry salad a beautiful red color.
    • pineapple - brings some tropical flavor.
    • blueberries - you can use any kind of berries instead of in addition to the blueberries.
    • grapes - I used green grapes for variety in color, but use whatever grapes you prefer.
    • lime juice - brings a nice, fresh acidity to the dressing.
    • pineapple juice - use the juice from the fresh pineapple to avoid having to buy more!
    • sugar - enhances the natural sweetness of all the delicious fruit.
    • vanilla extract - makes for a yummy, vanilla-y dressing.

    🔪 Instructions

    Four panel collage of process shots- Chopping up ingredients and combining with vanilla dressing.
    With only about 15 minutes of prep time, this is the perfect snack to make in a rush!

    Please note: This is an overview of the instructions. You'll find the complete instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    1. Slice the strawberries into bite-sized pieces. You might also want to cut the grapes in half, but this is optional.
    2. Combine strawberries, grapes, blueberries, and pineapple in a bowl, then set to the side.
    3. Mix lime juice, pineapple juice, sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Mix until all of the sugar's dissolved.
    4. Pour over the fruit and toss to combine. Top with some mint or even whipped cream!

    👪 FAQs

    What is fruit salad?

    A fruit salad is any combination of chopped or small fruits, typically tossed in some kind of syrup or dressing.

    How do you keep fruit salad from getting soggy?

    The longer your berry salad sits the juicier it will get, so one way is to make it right before serving and eat it without delay. You can also try storing it in the basket of a salad spinner in order to allow some of the juices to separate out and prevent sogginess. Just be sure to toss all those delicious juices back into the mix when it comes time to serve again!

    Does lemon juice keep salad fresh?

    Lemon juice, lime juice, or any kind of citrus juice helps slow down oxidation, which is the process that turns certain fruits brown over time. Melon, berries, and citrus are some fruits that won't much be affected, but this fruit salad has grapes and pineapple, citrus juice is a great option to add some flavor and prevent browning.

    Is fruit salad a starter or dessert?

    It can be served as either! Especially in the summer, homemade fruit salad can be a delicious and refreshing appetizer or side dish. If you want to serve it as a dessert, try topping with some whipped topping, or even over ice cream!

    Is fruit salad healthy?

    In moderation, sure! Fruits are a great source of proteins, antioxidants, fiber, and an array of vitamins. Just be aware that this berry salad has a sugary syrup that goes over top, but one way to up the health factor is to cut back on the syrup or exclude it altogether (the fruit will still be plenty sweet without it!).

    Overhead shot of berry fruit salad garnished with mint on a black plate with a spoon and more mint on the side.
    Sweet and refreshing, this unique berry salad is the perfect snack for summer!

    🧊 Storage

    Your berry salad will last anywhere from 3-6 days in the fridge. It can depend on what kinds of fruits you're using, but the dressing for this berry salad contains both sugar and lime juice which work to preserve the fruit.

    One way to ensure longer-lasting salad is to separate out some of the juices and keep them stored separately, then re-combine when it's time to serve again.

    This homemade fruit salad recipe also lasts for up to 8 months in the freezer, which means that freezing it is the better option if you need it to last longer than a week or so. To thaw, let your fruit salad sit in the fridge (overnight if possible), and by that point it should be good to go!

    💭 Helpful Tips

    • This berry salad can be made ahead of time or right before serving, depending on your preference. For a super fresh salad, prepare directly before serving. If you prefer your fruits to mingle and for the flavors to meld, prepare the day or night before and give it time to sit.
    • Canned pineapple can be used if you don't want to deal with cutting fresh pineapple.
    • One way to prevent sogginess for certain fruits is to slice them ahead of time but add them to the fruit salad just before serving.

    Make this homemade fruit salad recipe for a barbecue, a picnic, or any springtime or summertime meal. The sweet and tangy flavors are just perfect for warm weather!

    📖 Variations

    • Some other delicious fruits that would taste great in this homemade fruit salad are bananas, kiwis, apples, raspberries, or blackberries.
    • Serve with whipped cream or another kind of whipped topping, with vanilla ice cream, or on top of pound cake or angel cake for a fruity dessert!
    • For a nutrition boost, you can also add some greens like spinach into this berry salad.

    🥗 Suggested Main Dishes

    Here are some fantastic summery main dishes that would be fantastic as a main entree to serve alongside your homemade fruit salad. Try it with an Easy Halloumi Salad or with any one of these great recipes!

    Caprese Stuffed Baked Portobello Mushrooms
    Super-simple yet delicious recipe for a portabella mushroom stuffed with mozzarella, tomato, and basil.
    Side shot of portabella mushrooms garnished with basil on a black rectangle plate with a tomato in the background.
    Hidden Veggie Sloppy Joe Sliders
    Your kids won't even notice the hidden vegetables in these super-cute and fun-to-eat sandwiches!
    Side view of two sloppy joe sliders on a white plate.
    Skillet Teriyaki Glazed Salmon
    Skillet Teriyaki Glazed Salmon comes together in a snap and it's delicious! Flaky, juicy fish flavored with soy sauce, lime, brown sugar, and ginger for a tangy sauce. What's not to love? It's the perfect combination!
    Close up shot of teriyaki glazed salmon on rice, garnished with chives on a brown plate with a blue background

    🍇 Related Recipes

    Here are a few more fruity recipe ideas for you!

    • Fried Bananas Recipe
    • Berry Delicious Cheesecake Fluff
    • Strawberry Overnight Oats

    Homemade Fruit Salad Recipe

    Love this recipe? Awesome! Please give it a 5 star ⭐ rating below! And if you make this, snap a photo and tag me on Instagram. You can find me at DizzyBusyandHungry or #dizzybusyandhungry!

    📋 Recipe Card

    Side shot of berry fruit salad with a mint garnish on a black plate.

    Berry Salad

    Recipe Author: Kristin
    Fruit salad featuring strawberries and blueberries with a tantalizing vanilla dressing.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast, Salad, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 97 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 16 ounces strawberries
    • 12 ounces fresh pineapple, cut into chunks (I buy pre-cut fresh pineapple)
    • 12 ounces blueberries (or blackberries)
    • 2 cups green grapes
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon pineapple juice (I used the juice from the fresh pineapple)
    • 2 tablespoons sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
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    Instructions
     

    • Cut the strawberries into bite-sized chunks. Cut the grapes in half (if desired).
      16 ounces strawberries
    • Place the strawberries, pineapple, blueberries, and grapes in a large bowl. Set aside.
      16 ounces strawberries, 12 ounces fresh pineapple, cut into chunks, 12 ounces blueberries (or blackberries), 2 cups green grapes
    • Combine the lime juice, pineapple juice, sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
      1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon pineapple juice, 2 tablespoons sugar, ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Add the dressing to the bowl of fruit and toss to combine. Garnish with fresh mint or top with whipped cream for an extra special treat!

    Notes

    • Serve immediately or make ahead of time, whichever you prefer. If you like the fruit super fresh then time your preparation to be close to when you will serve. But if you like the flavors to meld and don't mind the fruit being a little softer, then make this the night before. (I personally prefer eating this the next day!)
    • You can use canned pineapple chunks if you don't want to deal with fresh pineapple.
    • You can also use sliced banana, apple, kiwi, or other fruits. Mix and match based on what fruit looks best or what you have handy. (Sliced bananas and apples don't hold up as well as some other fruits, so if you use them, assemble the salad close to when you will be serving it, or make it ahead of time and add them right before serving)

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 64.5mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.8mg

    Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.

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    1. Deirdre

      May 13, 2021 at 12:59 pm

      5 stars
      This was so tasty, like an alcohol-free healthy sangría salad!

      Reply
    2. Jill

      May 13, 2021 at 12:56 pm

      Great tip to store it in a salad spinner. This salad was fabulous. Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Erica

      May 13, 2021 at 12:42 pm

      5 stars
      So incredibly easy and yet so delicious. Win win!

      Reply
    4. Liz

      May 13, 2021 at 12:40 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a perfect salad to bring to a picnic or barbecue! And it's so colorful. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    5. Kate

      May 13, 2021 at 12:17 pm

      5 stars
      The gorgeous vanilla dressing really sets off the berries - such an easy and gorgeous summer dessert - thanks!

      Reply
    6. dina

      July 08, 2014 at 10:55 am

      i love a summer fruit salad. yum!

      Reply
    7. shelby

      June 09, 2014 at 5:29 am

      Fresh fruit always draws me right in! To me there is nothing more refreshing that a serving of fruit for dessert!

      Reply
    8. miss messy

      May 16, 2014 at 2:57 pm

      Love the idea of putting vanilla extract in! 🙂

      Reply
    9. DannyUK

      May 15, 2014 at 8:24 am

      I'll have to give this a go! #WinedDownWednesday

      Reply

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