Ina Garten Limoncello Fruit Salad Recipe
Limoncello Fruit Salad is a fresh fruit medley dressed in a zesty limoncello syrup made with the classic Italian lemon liqueur. The tangy dressing enhances the natural sweetness of the fruits, making it a crowd-pleaser for brunch, parties, or a light dessert.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup pineapple, diced
- 1 cup green grapes, halved
- 1/4 cup limoncello (lemon liqueur)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Fruits
- Wash and cut: Wash the strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, grapes, and pineapple. Cut larger fruits, like strawberries and pineapple, into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Make the Limoncello Dressing
- Mix the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the limoncello, honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
Step 3: Toss the Salad
- Combine the fruits: In a large mixing bowl, add all the prepared fruits.
- Add the dressing: Pour the limoncello dressing over the fruits and toss gently to coat evenly.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate: Cover the salad and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint just before serving.