This sangria fruit salad is what I like to call summer in a bowl. It's juicy, refreshing, and just the right mix of sweet and citrusy with a splash of peach wine and fresh mint. It's one of those recipes that feels a little fancy but takes almost no effort!
I love making this when the fruit is ripe and the weather is hot. You can serve it for brunch, bring it to a weekend cookout, or just keep a bowl in the fridge for post dinner. As a dietitian, I'm always looking for fun ways to serve more fruit, and this one checks all the boxes. It tastes like sangria, but you're still getting in fiber, antioxidants, and hydration from all that fresh produce.
Need more summer fruit ideas? Try my Roasted Balsamic Strawberries or my go-to Peach Prosciutto Skewers next.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make ahead: This fruit salad actually tastes better after it chills in the fridge, so you can prep it early and relax when it's time to eat.
- Fun and different: It's not your basic fruit salad. The splash of peach wine and fresh mint give it that sangria twist that makes people ask what's in it.
- Flexible for all occasions: You can make it for a weekend brunch, bring it to a picnic, or serve it as a light dessert. It also works great without the wine if you're keeping it family-friendly.
Ingredients for Sangria Fruit Salad
This recipe uses seasonal summer fruit and a few simple ingredients to create that juicy, lightly sweet flavor that reminds you of sangria.
- Sweet wine: I love using peach-flavored white wine for that fruity Southern vibe. A sweet moscato or rosé also works great here. I personally love Chateau Elan wine because they're Georgia local and their Summer Wine flavor fits this salad perfectly.
- Fresh summer fruit: I like using a mix of strawberries, black cherries, blueberries, peaches, and mandarin oranges. Feel free to mix and match. If using black cherries, make sure they are pitted!
- Honey: Just a drizzle to pull everything together without overdoing it. Feel free to use sugar or omit entirely if you don't want the extra sweetness!
- Mint: Brings in that fresh, cooling flavor and makes it feel extra summery.
See the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and measurements.
If you love sangria flavors, check out my frozen sangria slushie, peachy sangria, or blueberry wine sangria!
Substitutions & Variations
This sangria fruit mix is easy to adjust based on what you have or who you're serving.
- You can keep it kid-friendly by swapping the wine for apple juice, white grape juice, or lemonade.
- If they're not in season, nectarines, mango, or apricots make a great stand-in for the peaches.
- A little lemon or lime juice adds extra citrusy brightness if you want to amp up the flavor.
- If mint isn't your thing, basil or lemon balm add a fresh twist that still works deliciously..
- You can toss in extras like pomegranate seeds or raspberries for a pop of color and more texture.
- Want to make it more indulgent? Try serving it with a dollop of vanilla Greek yogurt or whipped cream.
How to Make Sangria Fruit Salad
This fruit salad with wine comes together in just one bowl with a quick toss and a chill in the fridge.
Step 1: Add all of the sliced fruit to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Pour in the wine and orange juice, then drizzle the honey over the top.
Step 3: Gently toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated in the liquid.
Step 4: Sprinkle in the fresh mint and give it one last gentle toss.
Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors soak in before serving.
Tips For the Best Boozy Fruit Salad
These simple tips will help your sangria fruit salad turn out fresh, flavorful, and full of texture.
- For the sweetest flavor and best texture, make sure to use ripe fruit that's in season.
- Slice everything into similar-sized pieces so it's easy to scoop and enjoy.
- If using black cherries, make sure they are pitted before tossing them in.
- Let it chill for at least 30 minutes so the flavors can soak in and the salad tastes more balanced.
- To avoid excess juice pooling in the bowl, use a slotted spoon when serving.
- For a fun presentation, serve the salad in individual glasses or jars so guests can grab and go.
Storage
This fruit salad with wine is best enjoyed fresh, but it can be made ahead with a few simple storage tips:
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Stir before serving since the fruit may release more juice as it sits.
- Avoid freezing since the texture of the fruit will break down
- For best results, mix the fruit and liquid separately if making more than 24 hours in advance, and combine about an hour before serving.
FAQ
Yes, you can use canned or jarred peaches in a pinch, but make sure to drain them well and look for ones packed in juice rather than syrup for a lighter taste.
I highly recommend using fresh fruit if it's available, since frozen fruit tends to release a lot of water as it thaws and can make the salad soggy. Fresh fruit holds its shape better and gives the salad that crisp, juicy texture you want.
While 30 minutes is the minimum, letting it chill for 1 to 2 hours gives the flavors more time to soak into the fruit, especially if you're using wine.
Definitely. Just use a larger bowl and keep the fruit-to-liquid ratio the same. It's great for feeding a crowd and even better when made ahead.
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Sangria Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries halved
- 2 ripe peaches sliced
- 1 cup black cherries pitted, halved
- ½ cup blueberries
- 1 cup mandarin orange segments fresh or drained from can
- ¼ cup sweet wine I love Chateau Elan
- 1 orange juiced
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
Instructions
- Add all of the sliced fruit to a large mixing bowl.
- Pour in the wine and orange juice, then drizzle the honey over the top.
- Gently toss everything together until the fruit is evenly coated in the liquid.
- Sprinkle in the fresh mint and give it one last gentle toss.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors soak in before serving.
Notes
- If using frozen fruit, thaw and drain it well to avoid excess liquid.
- Make sure the black cherries are pitted before using.
- Adjust the honey depending on how sweet your fruit is.
- For a nonalcoholic version, swap the wine for apple juice or white grape juice.
- Best served the same day, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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