Minty Spinach Fruit Salad

Looking for a fresh, flavorful way to enjoy your greens? This Minty Spinach Fruit Salad is a delicious twist on your typical salad—packed with juicy fruit, crisp spinach, and a refreshing hint of mint. It’s light, vibrant, and perfect for warm weather, potlucks, or just when you need something a little different. Whether you're a salad lover or just trying to eat more greens, this recipe is a fun (and tasty) way to mix things up!

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Ingredents:

1/2 of a Watermelon
1/2 of a Cantolope
1 pint of Strawberries
2 cups of Grapes
2 Handfuls of Spinach
2-3 Mint leaves

Directions

Start by cutting up your cantaloupe into bite-sized cubes.
Wash and slice your strawberries, and rinse any other berries you’re using. Halve the grapes if desired, and cube the watermelon.
Roughly chop a handful of fresh spinach and a few sprigs of fresh mint.
Add all the prepared fruit, spinach, and mint to a large mixing bowl. Gently stir everything together until well combined. Cover and place the salad in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Give it a quick stir before serving, and enjoy your refreshing minty fruit salad!

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