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Fruit salad in a blue bowl
Mirjana

Minty Watermelon, Apricot & Raspberry Salad with Creamy Dressing

A refreshing and colorful fruit salad that brings together watermelon, apricot, raspberry, and kiwi, finished with a silky, mint-kissed dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, light desserts, or a nourishing snack.
You can prepare it in advance for easy entertaining, layer it in parfait glasses for a more elegant presentation, or even serve it alongside grilled dishes for a vibrant contrast. Since it’s packed with antioxidants, fiber, vitamins, and hydration, it’s as nourishing as it is beautiful.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: vegan, Vegetarian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Salad:
  • 1 medium pink watermelon, cubed organic
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries organic
  • 3 organic apricots, sliced organic
  • 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced organic
  • Fresh mint leaves, for garnish organic
  • Creamy Dressing:
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for dairy-free) organic
  • 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan) organic
  • 1 tsp lemon juice organic
  • Zest of ½ lemon organic
  • 1/2 tsp ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional) organic

Method
 

  1. Prepare the fruit: Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes.
    cutting watermelon
  2. Create a watermelon cube by removing rind and green part.
    Watermelon cube
  3. Cut the watermelon cube into bite size cubes.
    Watermelon cut in cubes
  4. Prepare the apricots and kiwis. Rinse and gently pat dry the raspberries.
  5. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  6. Garnish: Scatter fresh mint leaves over the top for color and a refreshing finish.
    Fruit salad and mint leaves
  7. Add the dressing: Drizzle the creamy dressing over the fruit just before serving. Gently toss to combine, or serve with the dressing on the side. Serve immediately. (It is delicious when served with vanilla Italian Pizzelle waffles.)
    Fruit salad serving in blue bowl

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving, approx.)
  • Calories: 125
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 27 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugars: 21 g
  • Vitamin C: 72% DV
  • Vitamin A: 28% DV