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Berries are my jam. They’re antioxidant superstars and are low in sugar while totally hitting the spot when I get a sweet tooth. If you’re a berry lover too then this berry salad is for you.

Take a bunch of fresh seasonal berries, top them with some naturally sweet n’ tangy plants and finish them off with a little crunch. Voilá! You’ve got a rawkstar breakfast berry fruit salad to share (or not!).

white bowl full of breakfast berry salad and a silver spoon.

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I love bringing fresh fruit to the brunch, party, cookout or dinner. This berry salad elevates the fresh fruit offering to a gorgeously yummy dish. It’s super simple to make, so grab those berries and let’s get started!

Breakfast Fruit Salad Recipe

ingredients for berry fruit salad including blackberries, grapefruit, blueberries, raspberries, mint, and sliced almonds.

Make sure to wash and dry all the fruit before adding it to your bowl. You can either keep all the berries whole or slice the strawberries, your choice. Add a pink or yellow grapefruit that’s been peeled and segmented, again keeping the slices whole or chopping them in half.

After you drizzle the orange juice and maple syrup over the fruit, very gently mix it all together. You don’t want to smash the berries yet you do want to distribute the ‘dressing’ evenly.

I love the addition of mint yet if it’s not your favorite flavor then omit it. Sprinkle the sliced almonds and your gorgeous berry salad is ready to enjoy.

Antioxidant Feast

If you aren’t already convinced that berries are great Top Superfoods List to add to your daily routine then read on:

  • The antioxidants in berries help protect your cells from free radicals.
  • Though berries are known for their sweetness, they are typically low in sugar and can help control blood sugar.
  • Berries are especially high in fiber, which many Americans are lacking.
  • Benefit from all the anti-inflammatory properties when you include these bright fruits in your diet.

Enjoy the deliciousness that comes from berries along with incredible health benefits designed to help you live your best life.

3 white bowls with blueberries in them as well as a bowl of almonds and some orange juice.

Easy Ingredient Swaps

I chose berries that are all fresh at the same time in Central Florida. Feel free to swap out any of these with berries that are local and seasonal for you.

If nut-free is what you need, then swap out the almonds with hemp hearts to keep the nutty flavor and crunch. Coconut flakes also pair well with this fruity concoction in place of almonds.

Honey can replace maple syrup, or omit altogether to keep this lower in natural sugar.

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Berry Salad FAQs

How long will this berry salad stay fresh?

Try to make it and eat it the same day so all the fruit is fresh. If you wash and dry the berries well before mixing together, this salad can be made in the morning, then refrigerated until ready to enjoy.

What fruits pair well with berries?

I added grapefruit and fresh-squeezed orange juice to my bowl of berries to balance out the sweetness and add a bit more color.

Which berries are best for a berry fruit salad?

Honestly, choose local, seasonally fresh berries for your salad. These might change depending on your location and that’s fine! I follow Dirty Dozen when choosing which organic produce to buy.

More Breakfast Recipes

If you’re looking for an entire breakfast spread made with mostly plants, then I’ve got some great recipes for you to add to your menu:

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Citrus Mint Berry Salad

Jen Hansard
4.9 (228)
This berry salad tosses four kinds of berries and juicy grapefruit with fresh orange juice, a little maple syrup and torn mint, then tops it all with crunchy sliced almonds. It’s a 5-minute fruit salad that looks fancy on any brunch table.
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Two bowls of bright berry salad.
Serves2 (2 cups)
Prep5 minutes
Total time5 minutes

Ingredients 

  • ½ cup strawberries
  • ½ cup blueberries
  • ½ cup blackberries
  • ½ cup raspberries
  • 1 grapefruit peeled and segmented
  • 3 tablespoon orange juiced
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 4 mint leaves
  • ¼ cup sliced almonds

Instructions 

  • Combine the berries and grapefruit in a serving bowl.
  • Drizzle the orange juice and maple syrup over the fruit. Sprinkle with the mint and almonds and serve.

Equipment

2-in-1 citrus squeezer
Set of gold measuring cups with white powder on marble surface.
Le Creuset measuring cups
Set of gold measuring spoons on a white surface for cooking and baking.
Le Creuset spoons

Recipe Notes

  • Make Ahead: If you won’t serve it right away, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the fruit and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Add the almonds just before serving.
  • Ingredient Swaps: An orange can stand in for the grapefruit, and any mix of berries works.
  • Sweetener Swaps: Honey or another natural sweetener works in place of the maple syrup, though honey makes the salad no longer vegan. With very ripe berries, you can leave the syrup out.
  • Nut-Free: Swap the almonds for hemp hearts or sunflower seeds.

Nutrition

Calories262 kcal
Carbohydrates43 g
Protein7 g
Fat10 g
Fiber11 g

Serving: 2 cups | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 4 mg | Potassium: 581 mg | Sugar: 26 g | Vitamin A: 1872 IU | Vitamin C: 94 mg | Calcium: 135 mg | Iron: 2 mg

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