Mango and pineapple fruit salad is a refreshing and tropical dish that's perfect for a light and healthy dessert or a side dish for summer gatherings. Here's a simple recipe for mango pineapple fruit salad:
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled, pitted, and diced
- 1 small pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped (optional for a hint of savory flavor)
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 tablespoons honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fruits:
- Peel and dice the mangoes.
- Peel, core, and dice the pineapple.
- Hull and halve the strawberries.
- If using the red onion, finely chop it.
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Combine the Fruits:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the diced mangoes, pineapple, strawberries, and chopped red onion (if using). Gently toss to mix the fruits.
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Make the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, ground cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt until well combined.
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Drizzle the Dressing:
- Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit mixture. Gently toss the fruit salad to coat it evenly with the dressing.
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Chill and Marinate:
- Cover the fruit salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
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Garnish and Serve:
- Just before serving, sprinkle the chopped mint leaves over the fruit salad.
- Serve your mango pineapple fruit salad chilled.
This fruit salad is bursting with tropical flavors and a delightful combination of sweet and tangy. It's a perfect side dish for barbecues, picnics, or as a refreshing dessert on a warm day. Enjoy the tropical goodness!
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