This Berry Fruit Salad is slightly sweet and oh-so-refreshing. Made with fresh berries and tossed in an orange juice glaze, it is the perfect simple side dish or light dessert for your next summer barbecue or potluck.
The fruit salad glaze coats every inch of each berry. It’s got a lightly sweet orange and lime flavor that brightens the fruit without being overly sweet. I love bringing this to 4th of July get-togethers because it’s super quick and easy, and you can’t go wrong. Everyone loves fruit!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Fresh and Beautiful: Bright berries with a glossy citrus glaze look amazing on any table
- Quick & Easy: Minimal prep with big payoff.
- Versatile: Use any berries you have and adjust the sweetness to taste.
Berry Fruit Salad With Citrus Glaze
I want to let you in on a little secret – all that it takes to turn an ordinary bowl of fresh strawberries, raspberries, blackberries and blueberries into something special is three ingredients. Seriously, you will have everyone asking you for this fruit salad recipe – it’s that good.
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If you’re feeling fancy, you can toss a little goat cheese and fresh mint onto the top. Or else enjoy as is for the perfect gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan snack on a hot summer day (or any time of year, for that matter).
Recipe Notes
I love taking this salad to potlucks and BBQs. It is an elevated potluck recipe and fresh salad everyone can enjoy, even if some have food allergies. I like to shop the specials at the supermarket and find different berries or fruit that go on sale.
It’s especially pretty when served in small 6-8 ounce see-through cups. You can serve it on a big white platter or tiered cupcake stand. There is just something about an individual serving that is so cute. Add a dollop of whipped cream and a little lime zest on top to add a little something, something. Haha!
Fruit Glaze Ingredients
- Orange Juice – fresh squeezed or store bought will work great. You can also substitute pineapple juice for something a little more tropical.
- Lime Juice – fresh squeezed lime juice has the best flavor. You can also save some of the lime zest to sprinkle over the berry salad before serving.
- Sugar – we use granulated sugar in this recipe, but you could also substitute honey for some of the sugar.
How to Make Fruit Berry Salad
- Prepare the fruit. Wash and remove strawberry hulls, then cut into bite-sized pieces if berries are large.
- Boil the syrup. Add the orange juice and sugar to a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and continue to boil for 1 minute.
- Cool. Remove the glaze from the heat and add the fresh lime juice. Stir, then let the glaze cool to room temperature before transferring it to the cooler until ready to use.
- Serve. Arrange berries in a large bowl or serving dish, and drizzle the citrus glaze over the top. Add just enough to lightly coat the berries. Gently toss, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Berry Salad Variations
Any fruit will taste great in a fruit salad, but some hold up better than others. If you plan on saving any leftovers, you may want to skip fruits like apples that turn brown quickly or super ripe bananas that will turn mushy. Here are some of our favorite fruits to use…
- Mandarin oranges
- Melons (cantaloupe, watermelon or honeydew)
- Pineapple
- Mango
- Kiwi
- Grapes
- Peaches
Other yummy additions include:
- Vanilla Extract
- Honey (to replace the granulated sugar)
- Lime zest
- Pineapple juice (instead of orange juice)
- Fresh mint or basil
- Goat cheese
Frequently Asked Questions
You can make your glaze up to a week in advance and store it in the fridge.
Most of your fruit can be prepped a day or two in advance if you would like. However some fruits, like apples, bananas, and watermelons, will either turn brown and mushy, or release a ton of water if left to sit. We recommend holding off on prepping those until just before serving.
Puree the fruit along with yogurt or kefir and make smoothies
Puree the fruit and pour into ice cubes or popsicle molds
Make a breakfast parfait by adding yogurt and granola to the fruit
Freeze the fruit for later
You want to boil the orange juice and sugar for a minute or so to allow the sugar to cook and the juice to reduce slightly. If you don’t boil the glaze first, you’ll end up with a watery mess instead of a delicious syrup.
Helpful Tips (so berries stay fresh, not watery)
- Use dry berries: Rinse quickly and pat dry. Water on the berries can thin the glaze.
- Add glaze right before serving: For the freshest texture, glaze just before serving.
- Cool the glaze completely: Warm glaze can soften berries too quickly.
- Cut strawberries last: Slice strawberries close to serving so they stay firm and red.
- Use fresh citrus zest: Adds big flavor without extra liquid.
- Don’t overstir: Fold gently so berries don’t break and leak juice.
Storing Instructions
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container in the cooler for up to 3 days. It’s best to store the fruit and the glaze separately, however if you have already combined the two you may just find a little extra liquid at the bottom. It will still taste great!
Leftovers: If you have leftovers and don’t want to eat them fresh, put them in a ziplock bag and freeze them for later, to add to smoothies.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups strawberries, quartered
- 2 cups blueberries
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large lime, juiced
Instructions
- Wash and remove strawberry hulls, then cut into bite-sized pieces if berries are large. Arrange in a bowl along with the blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries and set aside.
- In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, add the orange juice and sugar. Bring to a boil, then continue to boil for 1 minute.
- Remove the glaze from the heat and add the fresh lime juice. Stir, then let the glaze cool to room temperature then transfer to the cooler until you are ready to use.
- To serve, drizzle the citrus glaze over the top of the berries, adding enough to just lightly coat the berries. Toss and serve immediately. Enjoy!
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This Glazed Fruit Salad is slightly sweet and oh-so-refreshing. Made with fresh berries tossed in a simple orange glaze, it is the perfect gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan snack on a hot summer day.
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4th of July, Dairy-Free, Desserts, Gluten-Free, Healthy, Holiday Favorites, Nut-Free, Salads, Sides, Spring Recipes, Summer Recipes, Vegan, Vegetarian,
So delicious with that citrus glaze. And luckily we can enjoy berries year round – my local costco has such great selection at all times. This salad is a new favorite!
The citrus glaze works with the fruit so nicely. I love the tartness that it adds!