Description

This refreshing Mojito Fruit Salad combines the sweetness of watermelon, strawberries, and blueberries with the zesty brightness of lime juice and the aromatic freshness of mint leaves. Lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and optionally enhanced with alcohol-free vanilla extract, this no-cook fruit salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy, flavorful snack. Garnished with crisp jicama stars, it offers a fun twist and delightful texture contrast.

Ingredients

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Fruit

8 cups cubed watermelon
4 cups quartered strawberries
3 cups blueberries

Dressing

18 large mint leaves, chopped
1/2 cup fresh lime juice
4 tablespoons powdered sugar
4 tablespoons alcohol-free vanilla extract (optional)

Garnish

Jicama stars for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Combine Fruit: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the cubed watermelon, quartered strawberries, and blueberries to create a colorful fruit base.
Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, mix the chopped mint leaves with fresh lime juice and powdered sugar. Muddle gently to release the aromatic oils and flavors from the mint without crushing it too much.
Toss Salad: Drizzle the prepared mint-lime dressing over the fruit mixture and gently fold until the fruit is evenly coated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
Add Garnish: Just before serving, if desired, cut the jicama into star shapes and add them on top as a crisp, refreshing garnish to enhance texture and presentation.

Notes

Refrigerate the fruit salad for at least one hour to allow the flavors to infuse nicely.
The alcohol-free vanilla extract is optional but adds a subtle sweetness and complexity.
Jicama stars add crunch and a decorative touch but can be omitted or replaced with another crunchy fruit like apple slices.
This salad is best served chilled and consumed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.