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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 vibrant, refreshing dish that brings a taste of the tropics right to your table in just 15 minutes.
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Course: Salads
Cuisine: Tropical
Keyword: Citrus Zest, healthy salad, Quick Meal, Refreshing Recipe, Tropical Fruit Salad
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • small bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients

For the Fruit

  • 1 cup Fresh pineapple diced
  • 1 cup Ripe mango peeled and sliced
  • 1 cup Kiwi peeled and sliced
  • 1 small Small papaya peeled, seeded, and diced
  • 1 medium Ripe banana sliced
  • ½ cup Pomegranate seeds

For the Dressing

  • 1 large Orange zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • ¼ cup Fresh mint leaves chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Honey optional
  • 1 pinch Salt

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Prepare the fruits by peeling and dicing the pineapple, mango, kiwi, papaya, and banana into bite-sized pieces.
  • Combine the fruits in a large mixing bowl and gently mix to intermingle without smashing.
  • Add the pomegranate seeds and gently toss them into the mixture.
  • Mix the orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, mint, honey, and salt in a small bowl to create the citrus dressing.
  • Dress the salad by pouring the citrus dressing over the mixed fruit and stir gently to coat.
  • Transfer the salad to a serving bowl or platter and garnish with extra mint leaves.
  • Serve immediately for the best freshness or refrigerate for up to an hour if preferred.

Notes

For optimal flavor, serve the salad fresh. Adjust sweetness by omitting honey if desired. Experiment with other tropical fruits as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 80mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.5mg