Red White & Blue Fruit Salad (Perfect for 4th of July)

This easy red white and blue fruit salad is a refreshing and patriotic treat perfect for any summer gathering. The combination of juicy strawberries, sweet blueberries, and crisp apple stars makes for a colorful and delightful dish. It's a healthy and delicious way to celebrate holidays like the 4th of July or Memorial Day and always a huge hit.

This Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad is the perfect dish to bring to your next summer gathering. It's colorful and refreshing, and sure to be a crowd pleaser. Featuring juicy strawberries, sweet blueberries, and crisp apple stars, this salad is both delicious and a pretty center piece.

Fruit salads have always been a staple at summer gatherings, offering a fresh and healthy option amidst the heavier barbecue fare. This particular Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad is ideal for patriotic holidays like the 4th of July or Memorial Day, but it's also great for any summer event. The star-shaped apples add a fun and festive touch that makes this dish stand out.

Complement your fruit salad with our delicious Blueberry Strawberry Shortcakes for a berry-filled dessert experience. And for a fun twist on a classic snack, don't miss our Red White Blue Popcorn.

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Ingredients

This fruit salad recipe is loaded with fresh fruit.

Fresh Strawberries: Look for fresh, ripe strawberries. They should be bright red and fragrant. If possible, choose organic for the best flavor.

Fresh Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are best, but you can also use frozen if fresh are not available. Make sure to rinse them well before using.

Pink Lady Apple: This variety is chosen for its sweetness and firm texture, which holds up well when cut into shapes. Any sweet, crisp apple can be used as a substitute.

If you're making this recipe for a crowd, just double or triple the ingredients.

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Prepare the Strawberries: Start by rinsing the strawberries under cold water. Remove the stems and quarter them. Place the quartered strawberries in a large mixing bowl.

Add the Blueberries: Rinse the blueberries thoroughly and add them to the bowl with the strawberries. Gently toss the fruits to mix them evenly.

Create Apple Stars: Wash the Pink Lady apple thoroughly. Cut the apple into slices about ¼ inch thick. Using a small star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes from the apple slices. This adds a festive touch and makes the salad visually appealing.

Combine Everything: Add the star-shaped apple pieces to the bowl with the strawberries and blueberries. Toss everything gently to mix, being careful not to crush the fruits.

Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve it. This helps keep the fruit fresh and crisp.

Substitutions

• Strawberries: If strawberries are out of season, you can substitute them with raspberries or red grapes.
• Blueberries: Blackberries can be used in place of blueberries for a slightly different flavor.
• Pink Lady Apple: Any sweet, crisp apple such as Honeycrisp or Fuji can be used instead. Or if need be, any white fruit that will do well as white stars will work too.

Variations

Want to try some variations on this recipe? Here are some of our favorite ideas.

• Tropical Twist: Add chunks of fresh pineapple and mango for a tropical flavor.
• Minty Fresh: Toss in some fresh mint leaves for a refreshing twist.
• Citrus Splash: Add segments of mandarin oranges for a zesty addition.

Equipment

• Large Mixing Bowl: For tossing all the fruits together.
• Colander: Essential for washing the berries.
• Small Star-Shaped Cookie Cutter: To cut the apple slices into stars. If you don't have a star-shaped cutter, you can simply dice the apples.
• Sharp Knife: For slicing the apples and strawberries.
• Cutting Board: To provide a stable surface for cutting.

Storage

Fridge: Store the fruit salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The apples may start to brown slightly, but the salad will still be delicious.

Freezer: It’s not recommended to freeze this fruit salad as the texture of the fruits will change when thawed.

Reheating: This salad is best served cold. If it has been stored in the fridge, simply give it a gentle toss before serving to redistribute any juices that have settled.

FAQ

Recipe

This is our go to 4th of July fruit salad. It's simple and easy, but a delicious and refreshing sweet treat. We hope you try it and enjoy it as much as we do.