Description
Celebrate Independence Day with this vibrant 4th of July Patriotic Fruit Salad. Bursting with juicy strawberries, blueberries, and creamy whipped cream, this refreshing dish is perfect for summer gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it evokes nostalgic memories of sunny picnics while offering a delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this fruit salad will be the star of your celebration!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 banana, sliced (add just before serving)
- 1 cup whipped cream (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Wash all fruits thoroughly under cool water.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine strawberries and blueberries.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the fruits.
- Gently fold the fruits together without squishing them.
- Spoon whipped cream over the fruit mixture and swirl gently.
- Sprinkle with chopped mint leaves.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg