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Tropical Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest

Tropical Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest for a Refreshing Twist

This Tropical Fruit Salad with Citrus Zest is a colorful and healthy option, featuring fresh fruits and a zesty dressing for a refreshing twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tropical Fruits
  • 1 cup Pineapple fresh or canned (not in syrup)
  • 1 cup Mango can substitute with peaches
  • 2 medium Kiwi or green apple for a crunchy alternative
  • 1 cup Papaya can substitute with ripe peaches or melon
  • 1 medium Banana added fresh just before serving
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate Seeds can substitute with fresh cranberries
Dressing
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice can use lemon juice for acidity
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves or substitute with basil
  • 1 tablespoon Honey optional; substitute with agave or maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Peel, seed, and dice the pineapple; set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Peel and chop the mango, kiwi, and papaya into uniform bite-sized pieces.
  3. Slice the banana and add it just before serving to maintain freshness.
Combining
  1. In the large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced pineapple, mango, kiwi, papaya, and sliced banana.
  2. Use a spatula to ensure even mixing without bruising the fruit.
Tossing
  1. Carefully toss the fruit together with your hands or tongs, ensuring even distribution.
Adding Pomegranate
  1. Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds over the mixed fruits in the bowl.
Dressing
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, mint leaves, honey, and salt.
  2. Ensure the dressing is fragrant and well-combined.
Serving
  1. Carefully pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and stir gently to coat.
  2. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra mint leaves.
  3. Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh fruits for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness in dressing to taste. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

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