Looking for a unique, nutritious, and environmentally friendly dessert? Try our insect fruit salad, a surprising combination of fresh fruit and maple-cured crickets. Rich in protein, vitamin B12, and low in environmental impact, this recipe is perfect for a healthy summer snack or a sweet treat after a light meal.

Why add insects to a fruit salad?

Edible insects, such as crickets and mealworms, are an excellent source of complete protein. Incorporated into an insect fruit salad, they add a crunchy texture and a slightly sweet note when coated in maple. Plus, their production uses 2,000 times less water than traditional meat, making this salad a sustainable and innovative choice.

Ingredients

(2 portions)

1. ½ cup of strawberries
2. 1 cup diced cantaloupe
3. 1 cup of diced pineapple
4. 1 cup of diced honeydew melon
5. 1 cup of diced watermelon
6. 10 green grapes
7. 10 red grapes
8. ½ cup of blueberries
9. 6 tablespoons of Bibitte à Sucre (maple mealworm crickets)

Preparation

Mix all the fruits together. Add the crickets and maple mealworms. Serve in a bowl or on a plate. Can be enjoyed plain or with plain yogurt or plant-based cream.

Nutritional value and sustainability

Each serving of this fruit salad with insects contains approximately 6g of protein, with high levels of vitamin B12 and iron. This dessert is an ideal option for those looking to increase their protein intake while reducing their carbon footprint. The crickets and mealworms are locally sourced in Quebec and require no antibiotics.

Learn more about sustainable food

For more recipes like this, check out our Green Salad with Crickets, another easy way to add insects to your everyday meals.

Want to learn more about the nutritional benefits of edible insects? Check out this article from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on their nutritional and environmental potential.