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Juicy watermelon, sweet raspberries, succulent blackberries, fragrant strawberries, tangy blueberries…….summer fruit is finally here and plentiful! Tossed with summertime mint and zesty lime, these mixed fruits take on even more refreshing seasonal flavors. Then stir in fresh jalapeno for a surprise hint of heat and Jalapeno Lime Summer Fruit Salad will be your new go-to summer recipe! A perfect compliment to any brunch, picnic or barbecue, Jalapeno Lime Summer Fruit Salad will be the centerpiece of your alfresco table especially when served in a cute watermelon bowl!

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Jalapeno Lime Summer Fruit Salad

Prep Time

10 mins

 

Jalapeno Lime Summer Fruit Salad is bursting with sweet juicy berries and watermelon, fresh mint, zesty lime and a hint of jalapeno heat! 

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Keyword: fruit salad

Servings: 4

Author: GG

Ingredients

• 1 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 Tbs. fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1 Tbs. lime juice
• 1 tsp. lime zest
• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
• 3 cups of your favorite summer berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and strawberries
• 2 cups cut-up seedless watermelon
• 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced, about 2 Tbs.

Instructions

1. In serving dish combine olive oil, mint, lime juice, lime zest and kosher salt.
2. Stir in berries, watermelon and jalapeno, stirring until evenly coated.
3. Garnish with fresh mint and sliced lime, if desired.

Recipe Notes

Makes 5 cups.