Mixed Berry Fruit Salad

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.

If you are looking for a quick fruity side dish to bring to a party or cookout, this Easy Mixed Berry Fruit Salad Recipe should be on your list. It is super quick to put together so delicious.

top view of berry fruit salad in a round white bowl with mint and lime wedge garnish

This Mixed Winter Berry Fruit Salad is a delightful accompaniment to any meal, no matter what it is, or no matter the time of day. Your friends and family will be raving over the sweet mixture of fresh blueberries, plump juicy strawberries, and sweet black and red raspberries. You will find that it is incredibly easy to prep all of the fresh berries and toss them into a bowl.

For a more comprehensive fruit salad recipe with fruits other than berries, check out my easy fruit salad recipe.

Summary

Easy: Making berry salad is super easy. Add all the berries in a bowl. Toss with lime juice and a bit of honey. Mix and you are all set.
Refreshing: This berry salad is so refreshing to have in place of dessert for a healthier and filling option.
So Tasty: Loaded with flavor and perfect to take to potlucks.

side shot of Mixed Berry Fruit Salad in a white bowl with lime wedge for garnish

Ingredients for berry salad

Below is a list of ingredients you will need to make this berry salad. Full measurements are listed further down below in the recipe card.

Berries: strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries.
Lime juice: or lemon juice.
Honey: or you may use agave.
Poppy seeds: optional, you may also use chia seeds.
Optional garnish: fresh mint leaves

How to make Berry Fruit Salad

Chopped strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries placed in a white bowl.

Step 1: In a bowl, add the berries.

hand holding half a lime over a bowl of berries.

Step 2: Next squeeze some lime juice over the berries.

honey being added over chopped berries in a bowl.

Step 3: Add in some honey or agave if you are using some sweetener.

hand holding a small bowl of poppy seed over a bowl or berries.

Step 4: Sprinkle over the poppy seed or chia seeds.

Step 5: Toss everything gently in the salad bowl to combine and serve. You may garnish with some mint leaves if you like.

hand mixing the berry salad using a spoon.

Frequently asked questions

How do you keep fruit salad from turning brown?

When making a fruit salad recipe bowl, you often think about the fruits that usually turn brown. You wonder how to prevent this from happening. Fruits like bananas, apples, and pears tend to change color. To prevent this from happening, simply squeeze a generous amount over the fruit salad bowl. Toss it together to coat the fruits. It is ok to use either fresh or store-bought lemons.

Will Vinegar keep fruits from turning brown?

Using something acidic like vinegar on your fruit salad recipe will work but the resulting flavor wouldn’t be great. It is best to use lemons instead. Honey is usually another great and sweet way to keep your fruits from turning brown. I used honey for this fruit salad recipe even though none of the fruits used will turn brown.

How to jazz up a fruit salad?

Adding a touch of lemon or lime juice with a little bit of honey or agave will take your fruit salad to the next level with some added flavor. Some even add a touch of vanilla to it.

side shot of berry fruit salad in a bowl with spoon in bowl

Recipe notes and tips

Don’t limit yourself to using only berries, you may also add in any other fruits you like.
Thoroughly soak and wash your berries. They usually have a lot of tiny bugs and dirt in their crevices.
Do add the lime juice especially if you are making a large batch and planning on saving some.
Enjoy with some yogurt or fruit dip. Perfect to take to potlucks, especially for the 4th of July. Serve it with crumbled cheese like feta cheese or even goat cheese.

Storing

Store leftovers in a sealed bowl in the fridge for up to 7 days. You may freeze the leftover berries in a freezer-safe ziploc bag for up to 4 months and use them in smoothies and other desserts like this berries cottage cheese ice cream, or this berries baked oatmeal.

side shot of a white bowl with berries fruit salad topped with fresh mint leaves

Recipes you may also like

ebook cover with taco salad bowl in the image.

If you try a recipe and you like it, please use my hashtag #healthyfitnessmeals on INSTAGRAM for a chance to be featured! FOLLOW Healthy Fitness Meals on FACEBOOK | INSTAGRAM | PINTEREST | TWITTER for all of my latest blog posts and recipes.

5 from 15 votes