Mango Berry Fruit Salad

There’s nothing better than a simple, refreshing fruit salad. I’ve been making this Creamy Fruit Salad with apples, grapes, bananas, and citrus all winter long, but I’ve decided it’s time to celebrate summer with seasonal goodies. This mango berry fruit salad is made with juicy mangoes, sweet strawberries, tart kiwi, and plump blueberries, all tied together with a honey-lime dressing. The way the zesty dressing marries with the sweet, tangy fruit is absolutely heavenly on the taste buds!

This salad comes together in minutes and is super easy to tailor to your liking with simple fruit swaps and/or adding a little mint for a fun, herby twist. Whether you’re enjoying it with breakfast, for a midday snack, or as a light dessert, it’s the ultimate way to savor the season’s freshest produce.

Berry Fruit Salad That’s Juicy, Sweet, and So Simple

Sure, you could toss some fruit together and call it a day, but let me tell you why this summer fruit salad takes the season’s gifts and takes them to the next level:

• Burst of flavor. The combination of sweet, juicy fruits and the tangy honey-lime dressing creates a refreshing balance of flavors that’s perfect for hot summer days.
• Quick and easy. With minimal prep and no cooking required, this fruit salad is incredibly easy to make. It’s one of those things you can make time for even on your busiest days.
• Highly customizable. This salad is so easy to customize to your taste preferences (and to the seasons). Swap out the fruits for whatever’s looking good, and feel free to add a smidge of Greek yogurt to the dressing for a creamy twist. Check out the section below titled “Tips & Variations” for more fun ideas.

What You’ll Need

Fruit, lime, and honey. That’s all it takes! Here’s a closer look at the ingredients required for this recipe. Check out the recipe card below for precise measurements.

• Fresh fruit – I went with mangoes, kiwis, strawberries, and blueberries. Make sure to peel the mangoes and kiwis! You could also use different or additional fruits. Blackberries and/or raspberries would be fun. So would nectarines or apricots.
• Fresh lime juice – To add a fun zing of flavor and to keep the fruit from oxidizing. Lemon juice will also do the trick.
• Honey – Maple syrup would be a fine alternative.

How to Make Berry Fruit Salad

Here’s a basic rundown on how to make the best mango berry fruit salad ever. Be sure to scroll to the recipe card below for more in-depth instructions.

• Prep the fruit. Wash and dry the mangoes, kiwis, strawberries, and blueberries. Peel the mangoes and kiwis, cut everything into bite-sized pieces, and add to a large bowl.
• Make the dressing. Stir together the honey and lime juice.

• Dress the salad. Pour the dressing over the fruit and toss to coat.

Tips and Variation Ideas

As simple as this recipe looks (and, honestly, is), I have a few pro tips here to set you up for success. I threw in some fun variations, too, just in case!

• Pick your produce wisely. It’s all about the fruit here, so make sure you’re picking quality produce that’s nice and ripe but not over-ripe. Over-ripe fruit can be mushy.
• Keep it in season. Mangos not in season? Swap them (or any of the other fruits in the recipe) out for something that is! Melon in the summer, persimmon in the fall, orange in the winter, and/or cherries in the spring…you name it! Check out this guide to learn what’s in season now! Just avoid soft fruits like raspberries or bananas, as they don’t hold up well.
• Fresh lime juice. I highly encourage you to squeeze the lime juice fresh from the fruit rather than using bottled juice, which is often dull in flavor and/or overly acidic.
• Even pieces. When slicing up your fruit, aim for even-sized pieces. This isn’t a huge deal, but I think it makes the salad more enjoyable.
• Add some crunch. I will sometimes add a handful or two of walnuts or crushed pistachios to this salad for a little extra texture.
• Creamy twist. You can whisk some Greek yogurt into the honey-lime dressing before tossing it with the fruit.
• Herby addition. I love chopping up a little fresh mint and sprinkling it into this fruit salad. Basil might be fun, too!

Can I Make Fruit Salad in Advance?

Totally! Just chop up all of the fruit and toss it together. Leave off the dressing for now, as it can turn the fruit soggy/mealy over time. You can store the fruit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you’re ready to serve, whip up the honey-lime dressing, toss it with the fruit, and enjoy!

More Fruity Recipes to Try

Oh, fruit. I can’t get enough, especially in the summer. Here are a few other ways to indulge nature’s sweet treats:

• Pineapple Mango Smoothie Bowls
• Banana Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Pops
• Strawberry Fruit Dip
• Gluten-Free Blueberry Crepes
• Apple Pie Filling