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Honey Basil Summer Fruit Over Vanilla Ice Cream

Watermelon, strawberries, blackberries and grapefruit tossed in honey-lemon and basil, spooned over vanilla ice cream.
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups watermelon cut into small cubes
  • 1 cup strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 1 grapefruit segmented and chopped
  • 2 –3 tablespoons honey
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 4 –5 fresh basil leaves thinly sliced (plus more for garnish)
  • Vanilla ice cream for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, gently combine the watermelon, strawberries, blackberries, and grapefruit.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  • Pour the honey-lemon mixture over the fruit and gently toss to coat.
  • Fold in the sliced basil and let the fruit sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Scoop vanilla ice cream into serving bowls or glasses.
  • Spoon the fruit mixture generously over the ice cream, making sure to drizzle some of the naturally sweet juices over the top.