4th of July Fruit Salad Recipe
This easy 4th of July fruit salad is super cute and very impressive looking. Make this red, white, and blue fruit salad for your summer BBQ get-togethers this year.
Why Make This Fourth of July Fruit Salad
When it comes to celebrating the 4th of July, few things say “Happy Independence Day” quite like a table adorned with festive, patriotic dishes.
This year, why not take your holiday spread up a few festive knotches with a fruit salad that’s as visually stunning as it is deliciously refreshing, and the best part? It’s easy to make.
This 4th of July fruit salad is perfect for moms looking to impress at their Fourth of July gathering (without spending all day in the kitchen). My easy-to-make, visually impressive fruit salad is here to steal the show at your summer BBQ this year! Consider pairing it with Kid-Friendly Mocktail 4th of July Jello shots for a very red, white, and blue-themed spread.
To get the red, white, and blue look this fruit salad features ripe strawberries, lush blueberries, and crisp apples artfully cut into stars. This red, white, and blue delight captures the spirit of the holiday in every bite!
Not only is it an ideal dish for the 4th of July, but its versatility shines through for Labor Day, Memorial Day, or any summer BBQ where you want to make a patriotic statement.
Whether you’re hosting a large backyard bash or a small family get-together, this star-spangled fruit salad will be the centerpiece that leaves everyone in awe – and asking for seconds.
How to Make a 4th of July Fruit Salad
This fruit salad looks so patriotic, festive, and impressive… but it’s a breeze to make! You’re going to need fresh strawberries, blueberries, and an apple. Any type of apple will work because you’re only using the inside, not the peel.
First, prepare the strawberries: Begin by rinsing your strawberries off. The quarter them and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Next, you add the blueberries. First, wash the blueberries and then just add them to the bowl with the strawberries. Gently toss to mix.
Lastly, we get to create the apple stars! First, of course, wash the apple. Then, using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out stars from the apple slices. This step not only adds a festive touch but also makes the salad so much more visually appealing.
If you don’t mind a bit of a tart flavor, to keep the apples from oxidizing you can toss them in some lemon juice or in water with a pinch of citric acid mixed in.
Then you combine everything by adding the star-shaped apple pieces to the bowl with the other fruits. Toss everything gently to mix without crushing the fruits.
Chill and Serve: Chill the fruit salad until ready to serve. You can even toss in some
4th of July Fruit Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Pink Lady apple, sliced and cut into star shapes
- 1 lbs strawberries, quartered
- 1 lbs blueberries
- optional: 1 lemon or 1 tsp citric acid
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Begin by rinsing your strawberries. Quarter them and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the Blueberries: Wash the blueberries and add them to the bowl with the strawberries. Gently toss to mix.
- Create Apple Stars: Wash the Pink Lady apple. Using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out stars from the apple slices. This step not only adds a festive touch but also makes the salad visually appealing. If you don’t mind a bit of a tart flavor, to keep the apples from oxidizing you can toss them in some lemon juice or in water with a pinch of citric acid mixed in.
- Combine Everything: Add the star-shaped apple pieces to the bowl with the other fruits. Toss everything gently to mix without crushing the fruits.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the fruit salad until ready to serve
