I’ve got the only fruit salad recipe you’ll need all summer – Mojito Fruit Salad!
It is absolutely no secret that I am – hmmm what’s a word that’s stronger than obsessed? – infatuated with mojitos. The first time I ever drank one was during a spring break trip to Mexico a million years ago, at some all inclusive resort where the rum and mint runs free. The rest, as they say, is history.
Mojitos are great year round but the combination of mint and lime is especially refreshing in the heat and especially when it’s mixed with the ripest of summer fruit and berries, like in this salad.
Fresh chopped watermelon, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and mint are tossed with a quick and easy, lightly-sweetened lime glaze before serving. So simple. So unbelievably luscious.
I made this fruit salad on a whim for a BBQ that Ben, Lincoln and I went to over Memorial Day weekend and it was a total hit. It’s got just a little somethin’ somethin’ over other fruit salads, on account of the mint and lime of course. I even gave some to Lincoln and he inhaled it!
Now, this salad is mojito-inspired, but there’s no rum. That being said, adding a splash or two would be a fun way to jazz up the recipe for an adults-only BBQ. Ooo oo, and even though there’s no booze in the recipe, take it from me, leftovers are fabulous when added to sparkling wine. The juicy fruit and berries create this wonderful, sweet syrup and it’s just heavenly when added to a fizzy glass. I like FlipFlop Wine’s Sparking Pinot Grigio the best for both price and flavor.
Alcohol aside, get on this salad ASAP!
Like I said, this is the easiest fruit salad to make in the world. Simply add 4 cups fresh cut watermelon to a big serving bowl along with 6oz blueberries.
Next add 6oz raspberries, and 1lb chopped strawberries.Â
Then add the mojito-iest part of the fruit salad – fresh chopped mint! I tell you what, nothing conjures up thoughts of summer quite like the smell of fresh mint. Ahhh.
Finally mix up a fresh lime glaze including 1/4 cup fresh lime juice and 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar in a small bowl then drizzle over the fruit and berries and gently toss with a spatula to combine.
Let the fruit salad sit in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the natural juices in the fruit and berries to seep out, creating a luscious sweet syrup. Ladle into bowls then serve! I
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Mojito Fruit Salad
Description
Mojito Fruit Salad is a refreshing, non-alcoholic fruit and berry salad that tastes just like a sweet mojito.
Ingredients
- 4 cups chopped watermelon
- 1lb strawberries, chopped
- 6oz raspberries
- 6oz blueberries
- 1/4 cup packed mint, chopped (NOTÂ 1/4 cup chopped mint)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 3 limes)
- 3 Tablespoons powdered sugar
Directions
- Add watermelon, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and mint in a large bowl. Stir together lime juice and powdered sugar in a small bowl then pour over fruit and berries. Gently toss with a spatula then let sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the natural juices in the fruit to start coming out.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
Sachiko 06.28.2014
This is AMAZING!!!!! It looks SO delicious!!
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Alexis @ Upside Down Pear 06.23.2014
This sounds delicious and perfect for the upcoming 4th of July picnics. There’s no time like summer for fresh fruit! Adding lime and mint is just a bonus!!
Sarah Grace 06.22.2014
Would it be okay if I substituted frozen blueberries and raspberries (once I’ve defrosted them of course) instead of fresh ones for this salad. I live in a pretty rural area, so I always keep those two fruits on hand in the freezer because fresh – even in season – is just to cost prohibitive. Fortunately, we have strawberry and watermelon farms galore in the area !
Kristin 06.23.2014
That would be just fine! You could also use whatever fresh fruit you can get your hands on. The combination is very customizable. :)
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Stephanie @ Macaroni and Cheesecake 06.17.2014
What a fun twist on fruit salad!
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Andrea 06.14.2014
This looks gorgeous and sounds absolutely delicious. I pinned this one and will definitely give it a try.
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Betsy Derr 06.10.2014
I am eating my second bowl as I type of this amazing deliciousness!!! YUMRIFIC!!! Shared on Facebook. Thanks!
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All I can say is Yum, Yum, Yum!
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A fruit salad that tastes like Mojito? Yesssss please!!!! I would loveee having a BIG bowl of these every day for snacking // lunch! Pinning!
Peggy Parker 06.05.2014
Sounds delicious! I might try it this weekend but use raw honey instead of powdered sugar.
Laura @ Raise Your Garden 06.05.2014
I like how there’s no alcohol;, I can serve this to Grandma guilt free.
Ate 3 watermelons myself this week! Big ones too.
Egle 06.05.2014
wow, i like this so much :) pictures are amazing :)
Katie | The Surly Housewife 06.04.2014
This fruit salad is spot on! So fresh and vibrant looking. I am dying to add some rum to it ;) Pinned!
Nicki 06.04.2014
On board with everything except the watermelon…I’m the only person in the WORLD who doesn’t like it, I know! How do you think it would taste with a nice cantaloupe or honeydew instead?
Kristin 06.05.2014
Definitely! Mango would be great too!
Nicki 06.05.2014
Mmmm…mango…*drooooollll*…Thanks!
Cynthia 07.04.2014
My daughter hates Watermelon also. She would rather have extra strawberries or pineapple or apple.