Juicy Summer Delights (Printable Version)

Seasonal fruits tossed in citrus-mint syrup for a refreshing summer treat.

# What You Need:

→ Fresh Fruits

01 - 1 cup watermelon, cubed
02 - 1 cup ripe mango, diced
03 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
04 - 1 cup cantaloupe, cubed
05 - 1/2 cup blueberries
06 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced

→ Citrus-Mint Syrup

07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
09 - 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup
10 - 5-6 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

# How To Make It:

01 - Wash and prepare all the fruits as directed, then combine them in a large serving bowl.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, orange juice, honey or agave, and chopped mint until well combined.
03 - Drizzle the citrus-mint syrup over the fruit mixture, tossing gently to coat everything evenly.
04 - Chill for 10-15 minutes before serving for maximum juiciness and flavor. Serve cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The citrusmint syrup wakes up every fruit without overpowering their natural sweetness
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes but looks like you spent way more effort on it
02 -
  • I once added the syrup an hour before serving and the fruit released too much liquid, turning it into soup
  • Room temperature fruit absorbs the dressing better than fruit straight from the refrigerator
03 -
  • A serrated knife cuts through soft fruits like strawberries without squishing them
  • Chill your serving bowl for twenty minutes before adding the fruit to keep everything colder longer