Description
This refreshing summer stone fruit salad combines juicy plums, ripe peach, and vibrant orange with a hint of lemon and mint, perfect for a light lunch or a sweet dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 red plum
- 1 black plum
- 1 ripe peach
- 1/2 large navel orange
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- A few sprigs of fresh mint
Instructions
- Wash each piece of fruit thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or residue.
- Peel the orange, ensuring all the pith is removed, and slice it coarsely.
- Slice the red plum, black plum, and peach into bite-sized pieces, discarding the pits.
- Place all the sliced fruit into a medium mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the fruit mixture to enhance the flavors and prevent browning.
- Toss the fruit gently to combine, ensuring the lemon juice coats all pieces evenly.
- Garnish with a few sprigs of fresh mint before serving.
Notes
This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled dishes like burgers and corn, making it ideal for summer barbecues. For a dessert twist, serve with honey vanilla Greek yogurt. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Feel free to substitute nectarines for peaches or add cherries for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 0
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 0