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Honey Lime Basil Peach Salad Recipe
Ben Carraoli

Honey Lime Basil Peach Salad Recipe

I just finished making this honey lime basil peach fruit salad, and my kitchen smells absolutely divine. It’s the essence of summer captured in a single bowl—sweet, zesty, and incredibly fresh. The combination of juicy peaches and aromatic basil creates a flavor that's both surprising and delightful.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dessert, Salad
Calories: 105
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ripe peaches diced: Make sure they are ripe but still firm to the touch. This ensures they are sweet but won't turn mushy.
  • 2 tbsp raw honey: Raw honey adds a rich floral sweetness that complements the fruit perfectly. You can adjust the amount based on your peaches' sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice: Fresh is always best for that bright zesty kick that balances the honey.
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves chopped: This is the secret ingredient. Its slightly peppery, aromatic flavor elevates the salad from simple to sophisticated.
  • Pinch of salt: Just a tiny pinch enhances all the other flavors without making the salad taste salty.

Method
 

  1. First, wash your peaches thoroughly under cool water and pat them dry. Slice them into wedges or dice them into bite-sized cubes, depending on your preference. Be sure to remove and discard the pits.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the raw honey and freshly squeezed lime juice. Whisk them together until the honey has dissolved and the dressing is smooth and well-blended. Give it a quick taste and adjust if needed.
  3. Wash your fresh basil leaves and pat them dry gently. To get fine ribbons, stack the leaves, roll them up like a tiny cigar, and then slice them thinly. This technique, called a chiffonade, releases the herb's amazing aroma.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, add your prepared peaches. Pour the honey-lime dressing over the top and sprinkle in the chopped basil. Gently toss everything together until each piece of peach is coated in the dressing.
  5. Add a small pinch of salt to the bowl and give it one last gentle stir. The salt will make the sweet and tangy flavors pop. For the best flavor, cover the bowl and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.