Salads that combine fruits and vegetables offer a vibrant, refreshing twist on traditional greens, bringing together a mix of flavors, textures, and nutrients in every bite. These colorful combinations – Red, White and Blue Salad, go beyond the ordinary, blending the natural sweetness of fruit with the crispness and earthiness of fresh vegetables to create dishes that are not only healthy but exciting and satisfying.
The beauty of a fruit and vegetable salad lies in its contrast – sweet meets savory, crunchy meets juicy, and tart meets mellow. Imagine peppery arugula paired with sweet strawberries, creamy avocado tossed with juicy mango, or crisp cucumbers mixed with watermelon and mint. These unexpected pairings add complexity and balance, turning a simple salad into a standout side or even a light main dish.
In addition to flavor, fruit and vegetable salads are nutritional powerhouses. They’re rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, supporting overall health while keeping meals light and energizing. They’re also incredibly versatile – you can tailor them to the season, the meal, or your personal taste. Add nuts, seeds, or cheese for extra texture and richness, or drizzle with a zesty vinaigrette to tie it all together.
Red, White and Blue Salad is perfect for warm weather or as a refreshing contrast to heavier meals, fruit and vegetable salads bring color, flavor, and creativity to the table.
This healthy salad is perfect for special occasions, such as holiday dinners – Independence Day or dinner parties, but it can also make for an indulgent weeknight meal. The dish is rich and satisfying, yet the freshness of the seafood keeps it from feeling overly heavyIt’s a simple, satisfying way to bring the joy of fresh, homemade salad into your kitchen!

Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and honey.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Nutrition










So easy and colorful! Perfect for summer picnics. Love the mint touch!
I dunno, mint in salad? Doesn’t that taste weird? I mean, I love summer but this sounds odd.
Absolutely! This salad looks delicious and refreshing! Perfect for those hot days. Gonna try it!
I forgot to add the honey and it still tasted great! I’ll try with honey next time.
I think it needs more flavor, maybe some nuts? Just felt a bit bland without them.
This salad was a hit at the BBQ! The sweetness of the fruit combined with the feta is just perfect.
I dunno, it sounds kinda weird. Fruit and cheese? Not sure that’s my thing…
I totally agree! The sweet and salty combo is just divine. This will be my go-to for all gatherings!
Kinda my grandma’s recipe but she puts walnuts in hers. My version is better. 😂
What a weird combo. Strawberries and feta? Doesn’t sound good to me! 🤢
Do you really need the balsamic? I just used olive oil and it was fine. 🙄
Delicious but too much cheese for me! Next time I’ll go light on the feta.
Gonna make this for 4th of July! Looks great and all the colors. 🎆
Feta in salad? Sounds weird to me. I prefer plain fruit salads.
Mint leaves? Isn’t that for mojitos? Not salad!
This is a great recipe but I forgot the mint! 😩 Should’ve bought some.
Missing mint ain’t that big a deal! Just use some other herb or none at all. It’ll still be good.
Oh no! Mint really adds a nice touch. Maybe you can try it next time? Still sounds delicious!
Wasn’t as sweet as I expected, maybe adding more honey would help?
Why do people put cheese on fruit? Just put them in a bowl and eat!
Yummy!!! I made this for my family and they loved it. Thanks!
I tried to make it but my kids ate all the berries before I could finish. 😂
Easy to make and looks pretty on the table! Perfect for summer.
This salad is a hit at my BBQs! Super fresh and colorful!
Glad you enjoyed it! It’s perfect for summer BBQs. I can’t wait to try it myself!
Can I use olive oil instead of balsamic vinegar? Trying to avoid gluten!