Tropical fruit salad
Indulge in a refreshing Tropical Fruit Salad featuring a vibrant mix of pineapple, mango, papaya, oranges, kiwi, banana, and a hint of coconut. Perfect for a healthy, delicious snack or a colorful side dish!
- 18 Apr 2025
- Cook time 0 min
- Prep time 20 min
- 4 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Tropical fruit salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines an array of exotic fruits to create a burst of flavors and colors. Perfect for a hot summer day or as a light dessert, this salad not only looks beautiful but also offers numerous health benefits. Combining fruits like pineapple, mango, papaya, and kiwi with a hint of coconut and a bed of lettuce, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Begin by gathering all your fresh tropical fruits.
- Peel and dice 2 cups of pineapple into bite-sized pieces.
- Peel and chop 1 cup of mango similarly.
- Dice 1/2 cup of papaya.
- Segment 2 oranges by peeling them, removing all the white pith, and separating each segment carefully.
- Peel and dice or slice 1/2 cup of kiwi.
- Slice 1 banana into thin rounds.
- Shred 1/8 cup of coconut meat.
- Roughly chop 1/2 cup of lettuce.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the diced pineapple, mango, papaya, orange segments, kiwi, banana slices, and coconut meat.
- Gently mix the fruits together to ensure even distribution but do so carefully to avoid mashing the softer fruits.
- Add the chopped lettuce to the fruit mixture. Toss gently to incorporate.
- For a refreshing experience, you may refrigerate the salad for about 30 minutes before serving. This step is optional but recommended.
- Serve the tropical fruit salad immediately in individual bowls or a large serving dish. It can be enjoyed as a side dish, dessert, or even a healthy snack.
- To enhance flavors, you can squeeze a bit of lime juice over the salad.
- For added texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts or seeds on top, if desired.
Tips:
- Choose ripe fruits.: For the best flavor, make sure all your fruits are ripe. This ensures that they are sweet and juicy, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
- Cut fruits uniformly.: Cutting the fruits into uniform pieces not only makes the salad look more appealing but also ensures that you get a bit of everything in each bite.
- Chill the salad before serving.: For a more refreshing experience, chill the fruit salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Add a splash of lime.: A splash of lime juice can enhance the flavors of the fruits and add a zing to your salad.
- Avoid over-mixing.: Be gentle when mixing the fruits to avoid mashing them. This helps in maintaining the texture and appearance of the salad.
- Serve immediately.: For the best taste and texture, serve the salad immediately after chilling, as some fruits can start to oxidize and lose their freshness.
Your tropical fruit salad is now ready to be enjoyed! This colorful and nutritious dish is perfect for a refreshing snack or a delightful dessert. The combination of various tropical fruits not only provides a delicious taste but also ensures you get a good dose of vitamins and minerals. Enjoy this salad chilled, and savor the flavors of the tropics in every bite.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 260 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 150kcal | 8% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 2.05g | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 36g | 10% |
| Fiber 5g | 13% |
| Sugar 27g | 28% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 1.37g | 2% |
| Saturated 0.82g | 3% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 60ug | 7% |
| Choline 20mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.16mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B2 0.08mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 1.24mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 0.27mg | 16% |
| Vitamin B9 70ug | 18% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 120mg | 131% |
| Vitamin E 0.89mg | 6% |
| Vitamin K 20ug | 16% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 55mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.24mg | 27% |
| Iron, Fe 0.57mg | 5% |
| Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 9% |
| Phosphorus, P 40mg | 3% |
| Potassium, K 460mg | 14% |
| Selenium, Se 1.06ug | 2% |
| Sodium, Na 6mg | 0% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.31mg | 3% |
| Water | |
| Water 220g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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