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Fresh Summer Stone Fruit Salad with Honey Ricotta and Mint

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A vibrant and refreshing summer salad combining juicy stone fruits with creamy honey ricotta and fresh mint, perfect for a light lunch or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups mixed fresh stone fruits (peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots), sliced
  • 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons honey (wildflower or clover honey preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: toasted sliced almonds or pistachios for crunch
  • Optional: flaky sea salt for topping

Instructions

  1. Rinse peaches, nectarines, plums, and apricots under cold water. Pat dry and slice into 1/4 inch thick wedges, removing pits carefully to yield about 4 cups of sliced fruit.
  2. In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese with honey. Whisk or fork blend until smooth and creamy. Add a teaspoon of lemon juice if ricotta is dense to loosen and brighten the mixture.
  3. Wash and pat dry fresh mint leaves, then finely chop about 2 tablespoons.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine sliced stone fruits and chopped mint. Drizzle with lemon juice and olive oil, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt, and toss lightly to coat without bruising the fruit.
  5. Transfer the tossed fruit to a serving dish. Dollop the honey ricotta over the top in generous spoonfuls. Optionally, scatter toasted nuts and a pinch of flaky sea salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best texture, slice fruits just before serving and toss gently to avoid bruising. Refrigerate assembled salad for 20 minutes if you want flavors to meld, but serve within 24 hours to prevent sogginess. Ricotta can be swapped with Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt for dairy-free options. Optional nuts add crunch but can be omitted for nut-free versions.

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Keywords: summer salad, stone fruit salad, honey ricotta, fresh mint, healthy salad, easy summer recipe, fruit salad, light lunch, brunch salad

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