Citrus Berry Spring Salad (Printable)

A fresh mix of citrus and berries with a hint of mint for a light, vibrant treat.

# What You Need:

→ Citrus Fruits

01 - 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented
02 - 1 large pink grapefruit, peeled and segmented
03 - 1 lemon, juiced
04 - 1 lime, juiced

→ Berries

05 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
07 - 1 cup fresh raspberries
08 - 1 cup fresh blackberries

→ Dressing & Garnish

09 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
10 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, finely sliced
11 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
12 - 1 teaspoon lime zest

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large bowl, gently combine the orange and grapefruit segments with the strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, lemon zest, and lime zest until well combined.
03 - Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
04 - Sprinkle the mint over the salad and toss lightly once more to incorporate.
05 - Serve immediately, or chill for up to 2 hours for enhanced flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than you can brew coffee, yet feels elegant enough to serve at a brunch.
  • The tartness of citrus against sweet berries hits that perfect balance where you find yourself reaching for another forkful without thinking.
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free without any weird substitutions or apologies.
02 -
  • Don't mix the fruit with the dressing too early or the berries will start breaking down and everything turns into a soft, purple mess.
  • The zest matters more than you think—it's where all the bright citrus oils hide, and they're what make your mouth wake up.
03 -
  • If your berries aren't as sweet as you'd like, a tiny splash of orange juice in the dressing rounds out the flavor without adding more sugar.
  • Keep everything cold—literally chill your bowls and your fruit before you start if you have time, because the temperature is half of what makes this feel refreshing.
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