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Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad

Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad

  • Author: Jonathan
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A vibrant Honey Lime Basil Peach Fruit Salad featuring juicy peaches, zesty lime, fresh basil, and a natural gelling agent for a light, refreshing texture. This simple, nutrient-packed salad offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and aromatic flavors, ideal as a side dish, dessert, or healthy snack.

Ingredients

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Fruit and Herbs

  • 3 ripe peaches, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup grape juice (natural)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons honey (natural)

Texture Enhancer

  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent (e.g., pectin or agar)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Peaches: Start by washing your peaches thoroughly. Slice them into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they remain juicy and firm. Fresh peaches bring natural sweetness and vibrant color, forming the foundation of this salad.
  2. Mix the Dressing: In a bowl, combine fresh lime juice, honey (natural), and grape juice. Whisk these together gently until well blended to create a zesty honey lime dressing that will brighten the entire dish.
  3. Add the Basil: Chop fresh basil leaves finely and fold them into the dressing. The basil adds a wonderful herbal aroma and subtle spice notes that elevate the fruit salad beautifully.
  4. Incorporate the Natural Gelling Agent: Sprinkle your chosen natural gelling agent lightly over the peach slices and gently toss to coat evenly. This step adds a delicate texture, helping the salad settle perfectly.
  5. Combine and Chill: Pour the honey lime basil dressing over the peaches and stir carefully to combine. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and chill nicely before serving.

Notes

  • Choose peaches at peak ripeness; they should yield slightly to gentle pressure for the best sweetness and softness.
  • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for vibrant acidity that lifts the salad.
  • Adjust honey (natural) to taste depending on your peaches’ natural sugar level.
  • Chill before serving to enhance flavor blending and keep it refreshing.
  • Handle peaches gently when tossing to preserve their shape and texture in the salad.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 2mg
  • Fat: 0.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: peach fruit salad, honey lime basil salad, refreshing fruit salad, natural gelling agent fruit salad

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