Fresh Berry Salad

This recipe was adapted by my friend Elaine. It's a deliciously fresh twist on summer fruit salad. 

¼ cup sugar

¼  cup water

Mint sprigs

Zest and juice of one lemon

Pinch of salt

Fresh strawberries (about 4 cups)

Fresh blueberries (about 2 cups)

For dressing:

Bring sugar and water to a simmer in a saucepan. Remove from the heat, add 3 mint sprigs and steep for about 10 minutes. Discard the mint and add the zest and juice of the lemon and a pinch of salt.

Toss part of the dressing with the fresh berries. Serve and enjoy!