Refreshingly Sweet Watermelon Delight (Printable)

Fresh watermelon meets zesty lime and mint in this cooling summer treat ready in just 15 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and quartered
03 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries

→ Dressing Ingredients

04 - Zest and juice of 1 medium lime
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
07 - 1 pinch sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Place watermelon cubes, strawberries, and blueberries in a large mixing bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, honey or agave, and sea salt until fully dissolved.
03 - Drizzle dressing over fruit mixture. Gently toss to coat all pieces evenly without mashing delicate berries.
04 - Sprinkle chopped mint leaves over fruit salad. Fold in gently to distribute evenly.
05 - Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No oven required and comes together in fifteen minutes flat
  • The lime and mint transform ordinary fruit into something that feels restaurant special
02 -
  • Watermelon releases liquid as it sits, so toss gently and serve within a few hours for the best texture
  • The lime juice prevents fruit from oxidizing, keeping everything vibrant and bright
03 -
  • Room temperature fruit absorbs the lime dressing better than cold fruit straight from the refrigerator
  • Use a microplane for the lime zest to avoid any bitter white pith

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