Creating the Star Spangled Fruit Salad involves straightforward steps. Follow these instructions to bring your fruit salad to life:

1. Prepare the Fruits: Begin by washing strawberries, blueberries, and grapes under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. Hull and Slice: Hull the strawberries and cut them in half. Slice the bananas into rounds.
3. Combine Fruits: In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved strawberries, blueberries, sliced bananas, and halved grapes.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together honey (if using) and lime juice. This will enhance the flavors and give a light coating to the fruits.
5. Add the Dressing: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the mixed fruits in the large bowl.
6. Toss Gently: Carefully toss the fruits to coat them evenly with the dressing.
7. Chill (Optional): If time allows, cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes. This helps the flavors meld beautifully.
8. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss again to redistribute the juices.
9. Garnish: Top with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and added freshness.

These simple steps will lead you to a stunning and delicious Star Spangled Fruit Salad that everyone will love!