Mary Berry Fruit Salad Recipe

Mary Berry Fruit Salad is a fresh, colorful, and naturally sweet dessert that showcases a variety of seasonal fruits in one beautiful bowl. The combination of juicy berries, citrus fruits, melon, grapes, and tropical fruits creates a refreshing balance of flavors and textures. This easy recipe requires no baking, making it perfect for beginners and busy days alike. With just 20 minutes of preparation time, it is an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, picnics, or a light dessert.

Ingredients

For the Fruit Salad

• 200g strawberries, hulled and halved
• 150g blueberries
• 200g green grapes, halved
• 200g red grapes, halved
• 1 small cantaloupe melon, diced
• 2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced
• 2 oranges, segmented
• 1 ripe mango, diced

For the Citrus Dressing

• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

How to Make Mary Berry Fruit Salad Recipe

• Prepare the fruit: Wash all the fruit thoroughly. Hull and halve the strawberries, halve the grapes, peel and slice the kiwi, dice the melon, segment the oranges, and dice the mango.
• Combine the ingredients: Place all the prepared fruit into a large serving bowl. Gently mix to distribute the colors and textures evenly.
• Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey until fully combined.
• Dress the salad: Pour the citrus dressing over the fruit mixture. Toss gently with a large spoon to coat everything evenly without crushing the fruit.
• Chill if desired: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 15 to 30 minutes for a colder and more refreshing fruit salad.
• Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh mint leaves just before serving for extra freshness and color.

Tips for the Best Mary Berry Fruit Salad

How do I keep the fruit salad fresh for longer?

Toss the fruit with lemon juice and keep it chilled until serving. This helps slow oxidation and maintains freshness.

Which fruits work best in this recipe?

Choose ripe but firm fruits such as berries, grapes, melon, kiwi, mango, pineapple, and oranges for the best texture.

Can I prepare fruit salad ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator.

How do I stop soft fruit from becoming mushy?

Mix the fruit gently and add delicate fruits like raspberries just before serving.

Can I make this fruit salad without honey?

Absolutely. The fruit is naturally sweet, so you can omit the honey or replace it with maple syrup.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve alongside pancakes or waffles.
• Enjoy with Greek yogurt for breakfast.
• Pair with grilled meats at summer barbecues.
• Use as a topping for pavlova.
• Serve with vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Storage

Room Temperature

Fruit salad should not be left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Refrigerator

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Stir gently before serving.

Freezing

Freezing is not recommended as most fruits become soft and watery when thawed.

Nutrition

• Calories: 145 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 1g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Sodium: 8mg

Nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients used.

FAQs

Mary Berry Fruit Salad Recipe

Recipe by Milli RoseCourse: DessertCuisine: BritishDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Total time

20

minutes

Calories

145

kcal

A refreshing fruit salad packed with seasonal fruits, citrus flavors, and natural sweetness. Perfect as a healthy dessert, breakfast, or summer side dish.

Ingredients

• 200g strawberries, hulled and halved

• 150g blueberries

• 200g green grapes, halved

• 200g red grapes, halved

• 1 small cantaloupe melon, diced

• 2 kiwi fruits, peeled and sliced

• 2 oranges, segmented

• 1 mango, diced

• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp honey

• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Directions

• Wash and prepare all fruits. Hull strawberries, halve grapes, peel and chop kiwi and mango, and dice the melon.
• Place the strawberries, blueberries, grapes, melon, kiwi, oranges, and mango into a large serving bowl.
• In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lemon juice, and honey until smooth.
• Pour the dressing over the fruit and gently toss until evenly coated.
• Cover and chill for 15 minutes if desired for extra freshness.
• Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

• Use ripe seasonal fruit for the best flavor.
• Add bananas just before serving to prevent browning.
• Chill before serving for maximum freshness.